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50 Cards in this Set
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What is a problem cosmetologists can develop from long periods of standing? |
Varicose veins |
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Which organ converts and neutralizes ammonia from the circulatory system to urea? |
Liver |
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The cervical vertebrae are the seven bones that form the top part of the: |
Spinal column |
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The sticky, salty fluid that circulates through the body bringing nourishment and oxygen to the body parts is: |
Blood |
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system? Allowing body movement Protecting the internal organs Supporting the body by giving it shape and strength Helps circulate blood throughout the day |
Helps circulate blood throughout the day |
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Which crucial part of the central nervous system is composed of long nerve fibers and originates in the base of the brain and extends to the base of the spine? |
Spinal cord |
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Which two muscles in the neck and upper back draw the head back, rotate the shoulder blades and control the swinging of the arm? |
Trapezius and latissimus dorsi |
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The lower chambers of the heart include the: |
Left and right ventricle |
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Which blood cells are responsible for the clotting of blood? |
Thrombocytes |
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The nervous system is divided into how many subsystems? |
3 |
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The colorless liquid produced as a byproduct when plasma passes nourishment to capillaries and cells is known as: |
Lymph |
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Groups of cells of the same kind make up: |
Tissues |
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What is the name of the largest bone of the facial skeleton and consists of the lower jaw? |
Mandible |
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All of the following bones help make up the chest EXCEPT: Ribs Sternum Mandible Thoracic vertebrae |
Mandible |
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A group of body structures and/or organs that, together, perform vital functions for the body is referred to as a(n): |
System |
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Which mouth muscle is located between the jaws and cheek and is responsible for compressing the cheek to release air outwardly, as in blowing? |
Buccinator |
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Bone is the hardest structure in the body and is composed of 1/3 organic matter and: |
2/3 Mineral matter |
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The muscle that circles the mouth is responsible for contracting, puckering or wrinkling the lips is the: |
Oris orbicularis |
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The three basic parts of a cell are the nucleus, cytoplasm and: |
Cell membrane |
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What is another name for red blood cells? |
Erythrocytes |
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The body system that controls the body's breathing is the: |
Respiratory system |
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Which two bones join to form the bridge of the nose? |
Nasal |
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Which scalp muscle extends from the forehead to the top of the skull, and raises the eyebrows? |
Frontalis |
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Which type of tissue supports, protects and holds the body together? |
Connective tissue |
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Which phase of metabolism involves breaking down larger molecules or substances into smaller ones? |
Catabolism |
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Neurology is the study of the: |
Nervous system |
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Which triangle-shaped muscle covers the shoulder, lifts or turns the arm? |
Deltoid |
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The part of the brain that controls and coordinates muscle movements is the: |
Cerebellum |
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Which body system sends and receives body messages? |
Nervous |
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Most of the cell's activities take place in the: |
Cytoplasm |
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Which muscle is of the primary interest if a cosmetologist is performing a scalp massage? |
Epicranium |
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The physical foundation of the body is the: |
Skeletal system |
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The muscle of the heart is called the: |
Cardiac |
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The chemical process in which cells receive nutrients for cell growth and reproduction is known as: |
Metabolism |
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The study of the functions of the organs and systems of the body is known as: |
Physiology |
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What types of nerves are found in the arm and hand? |
Mixed nerves |
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Which two glands make up the integumentary system? |
Duct and sebaceous |
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What controls all three subsystems of the nervous system? |
Brain |
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The occipitalis muscle is located at the nape of the neck and draws the scalp: |
Back |
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An adult human has how much blood circulating throughout the body? |
8 to 10 quarts |
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What is the function of the excretory system? |
Eliminate solid, liquid and gaseous waste products |
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The orbicularis oculi closes the eyelid and circles around the: |
Eyesocket |
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The muscle located at the corner of the mouth and draws the mouth up and out as in grinning is called the: |
Risorius |
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Which system regulates and controls the growth, reproduction and health of the body? |
Endocrine system |
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How many times per minute does the normal heart beat? |
60-80 |
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How many groups are the bones of the skull divided into? |
Two |
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What is the large, flat bone extending from the middle of the back upward to where it joins with the clavicle? |
Scapula |
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The long and short thread-like fibers that differentiate nerve cells from other cells are called: |
Axons |
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All of the following are muscle areas a cosmetologist is primarily concerned with EXCEPT for the: |
Back |
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What is the study of the structure, function and diseases of the muscles? |
Myology |
