Physiologyis the scientific study of the functions and mechanisms in a living system. It focuses on how organs and systems within the body work, how they interact, and the physical and chemical processes that occur within living organisms. The other options (study of physical signs, process of life) are not accurate definitions of physiology.Reference:Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant study materials and standard physiology textbooks.
Question 2
The collar bone, a slender bone, one on each side of the body, connecting the breastbone to each shoulder is called the:
Options:
A.
scapula
B.
acromion
C.
clavicle
D.
none of the above
Answer:
C
Explanation:
Theclavicle, commonly known as the collar bone, is a slender bone that runs horizontally between the top of the breastbone (sternum) and the shoulder blade (scapula) on each side of the body. It serves as a strut to keep the scapula in place, allowing the arm to hang freely.
Scapula: Also known as the shoulder blade, located at the back.
The most common bacteriology stain is the Gram stain. The Gram stain differentiates bacterial species into Gram-positive and Gram-negative groups based on the composition of their cell walls. This staining technique is crucial in microbiology for identifying and classifying bacteria, guiding antibiotic treatment decisions.
References:
Bailey & Scott's Diagnostic Microbiology by Patricia Tille