Question

question 9
1 pts
what is the anatomical direction term that means nearer the surface?
○ deep
○ distal
○ proximal
○ superficial

question 10
1 pts
blood production is a function of which system?
○ reproductive
○ respiratory
○ skeletal
○ lymphatic

question 11
1 pts
the gallbladder lies in the:
○ abdominal cavity.
○ pelvic cavity.
○ dorsal cavity.
○ mediastinum.

Explanation:

Question 9

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• "Deep" means farther from the surface, so it's incorrect.
• "Distal" refers to a position farther from the point of attachment or the trunk, not related to surface proximity.
• "Proximal" refers to a position closer to the point of attachment or the trunk, not surface proximity.
• "Superficial" is the anatomical term that means nearer the surface.

We evaluate each system:

• "Reproductive" system is for reproduction, not blood production.
• "Respiratory" system is for gas exchange, not blood production.
• "Skeletal" system (specifically bone marrow) is responsible for blood cell production (hematopoiesis).
• "Lymphatic" system is for immune function and fluid balance, not primary blood production.

We analyze each cavity:

• "Abdominal cavity" contains organs like the gallbladder (along with liver, stomach, etc.).
• "Pelvic cavity" contains reproductive and urinary organs, not the gallbladder.
• "Dorsal cavity" contains the brain and spinal cord, not the gallbladder.
• "Mediastinum" is in the thoracic cavity (contains heart, trachea, etc.), not the gallbladder.

Answer:

D. Superficial

Question 10