Human Body & Physiology
How many chambers does the human heart have?
Four
Which medical condition is treated with the FAST mnemonic?
Stroke
What is the powerhouse of the cell?
Mitochondria
What type of energy does an X-ray use?
Electromagnetic radiation
Which human organ can regenerate itself?
Liver
Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What is the medical term for a heart attack?
Myocardial infarction
Which structure connects muscles to bones?
Tendons
Which type of lens is used to correct nearsightedness?
Concave lens
What is the name of the pigment that gives skin its color?
Melanin
What is the longest nerve in the human body?
Sciatic nerve
What is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis?
Epinephrine
Which type of microorganism is responsible for athlete’s foot?
Fungus
Which imaging technique uses strong magnetic fields to visualize soft tissues?
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
Which common painkiller has the chemical name acetylsalicylic acid?
Aspirin
Which nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?
Olfactory nerve (Cranial Nerve I)
Which toxic gas smells like almonds and can be fatal in high doses?
Cyanide
What is the name of the protein that helps viruses attach to human cells?
Spike protein
What is the Doppler effect used for in medicine?
Measuring blood flow using ultrasound
Which organ has the largest surface area in the human body?
Small Intestine
Which cranial nerve controls the movement of most eye muscles?
Oculomotor nerve (Cranial Nerve III)
Which genetic disorder causes thick mucus buildup in the lungs and digestive system?
Cystic Fibrosis
Which type of white blood cell is the first responder in an infection?
Neutrophil
Which law explains the relationship between gas pressure and volume, important in respiration mechanics?
Boyle’s Law
What is the name of the toxic compound that forms in the liver during excessive alcohol consumption?
Acetaldehyde