24/8/2021 Topic 9 Graded Quiz

(877) 787-8375 HELP CENTER

BIO202_MH_V3 | Topic 9: Urinary System

Started on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, 5:43 AM

State Finished
Completed on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, 6:06 AM
Time taken 23 mins 3 secs
Grade 36.00 out of 40.00 (90%)

Question 1 The portion of the kidney that is composed of cone-shaped renal pyramids is
Correct called the
2.00 points out
of 2.00 Select one:
a. cortex.
b. medulla.
c. pelvis.
d. calyx.
e. columns.

Question 2
The network of capillaries that is located in Bowman's capsule is called the
Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. vasa recta.
b. glomerulus.
c. peritubular capillary.
d. proximal convoluted capillary.
e. efferent arteriole.

https://moodle.straighterline.com/mod/quiz/review.php?attempt=4062871 1/8
24/8/2021 Topic 9 Graded Quiz

Question 3 The ureter expands into the substance of the kidney as the
Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. hilum.
b. renal pelvis.
c. renal capsule.
d. renal pyramid.
e. renal corpuscle.

Question 4 One feature of renal blood circulation that makes it unique is that
Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. there is a double set of venules.
b. blood flows from arterioles into venules.
c. blood flows from venules into arterioles.
d. each nephron has at least two capillary networks.
e. the nephron is only associated with the glomerulus.

Question 5 Blood vessels, nerves, and the ureter enter and leave the kidney at the
Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. hilum.
b. renal fascia.
c. renal pelvis.
d. renal capsule.
e. renal pyramid.

https://moodle.straighterline.com/mod/quiz/review.php?attempt=4062871 2/8
24/8/2021 Topic 9 Graded Quiz

Question 6 What is/are the main excretory organ/s of the body? 

Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. skin
b. lungs
c. intestines
d. kidneys

Question 7 The kidney is protected from mechanical shock by the

Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. hilum.
b. renal fascia.
c. renal fat pad.
d. renal capsule.
e. renal cortex.

Question 8 An obstruction in the afferent arteriole would reduce the flow of blood into the
Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. glomerulus.
b. renal artery.
c. macula densa.
d. efferent arteriole.
e. arcuate artery.

https://moodle.straighterline.com/mod/quiz/review.php?attempt=4062871 3/8
24/8/2021 Topic 9 Graded Quiz

Question 9 The kidney dialysis machine is an example of a mechanical

Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. active transport system.
b. countercurrent system.
c. cotransport system.
d. sorting system.
e. toy.

Question 10 A substance that is useful for determining the plasma clearance rate of the kidney
Correct is
2.00 points out
of 2.00 Select one:
a. ADH.
b. glucose.
c. inulin.
d. protein.
e. ammonia.

Question 11 Which structure removes excess water and solutes from the kidney's medullary
Correct interstitial fluid?
2.00 points out
of 2.00 Select one:
a. distal convoluted tubule
b. collecting duct
c. loop of Henle
d. vasa recta
e. proximal convoluted tubule

https://moodle.straighterline.com/mod/quiz/review.php?attempt=4062871 4/8
24/8/2021 Topic 9 Graded Quiz

Question 12 Filtrate reabsorption, which occurs regardless of the concentration and volume of
Correct urine produced, is referred to as
2.00 points out
of 2.00 Select one:
a. active.
b. obligatory.
c. facultative.
d. countercurrent.
e. nonessential.

Question 13 The active transport of substances into the filtrate is called tubular
Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. filtration.
b. reabsorption.
c. secretion.
d. elimination.
e. excretion.

Question 14 Hydrogen ions are secreted into the filtrate by both the
Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. proximal and distal convoluted tubules.
b. collecting duct and Bowman's capsule.
c. loop of Henle and the distal convoluted tubule.
d. proximal convoluted tubule and the loop of Henle.
e. loop of Henle only.

https://moodle.straighterline.com/mod/quiz/review.php?attempt=4062871 5/8
24/8/2021 Topic 9 Graded Quiz

Question 15 The kidneys produce renin when

Correct

2.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. the urine becomes acidic.
b. the peritubular capillaries dilate.
c. the blood pressure in the afferent arteriole decreases.
d. sodium chloride concentration in the distal convoluted tubule increases.
e. the blood pressure in the afferent arteriole increases.

Question 16 In glomerulonephritis, the permeability of the filtration membrane increases

Correct allowing proteins to cross the membrane. Which of the following would you expect
2.00 points out
to observe?
of 2.00
Select one:
a. increase in filtration volume
b. anuria - no urine production
c. necrosis of the renal corpuscle
d. low protein levels in the filtrate
e. no change in the filtrate

Question 17
Which of the following condition is characterized by inflammation of the renal
Correct pelvis?

2.00 points out

of 2.00 Select one:
a. pyelonephritis
b. acute glomerular nephritis
c. chronic glomerular nephritis
d. acute renal failure
e. chronic renal failure

https://moodle.straighterline.com/mod/quiz/review.php?attempt=4062871 6/8
24/8/2021 Topic 9 Graded Quiz

Question 18 In order to regulate the pH of extracellular fluid, the kidneys are able to adjust the
Incorrect excretion of:
0.00 points out
of 2.00 Select one:
a. hydrogen ions.
b. calcium.
c. sodium.
d. magnesium.
e. potassium.

Question 19 Effects of aging on the kidneys include all of the following, except
Incorrect

0.00 points out Select one:

of 2.00 a. an increased ability to eliminate uric acid and creatine from the blood.
b. a gradual decrease in the size of the kidneys.
c. a gradual decrease in blood flow through the kidneys.
d. a loss of general function.
e. a decline in absorption and secretion.

Question 20 With aging, a loss of inhibitory action potentials to the sacral region of the spinal
Correct cord results in
2.00 points out
of 2.00 Select one:
a. increased bladder capacity.
b. voluntary micturition.
c. continuous dribbling of urine.
d. uncontrollable micturition.
e. lack of control of internal sphincter.

https://moodle.straighterline.com/mod/quiz/review.php?attempt=4062871 7/8
24/8/2021 Topic 9 Graded Quiz

Quiz navigation

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Show one page at a time

Finish review

Questions?
Please contact our Student Advisors at (877) 787-8375,
Live Chat, or create a Support Request

Copyright © 2021 StraighterLine.

Privacy Policy
Terms of Use

https://moodle.straighterline.com/mod/quiz/review.php?attempt=4062871 8/8