The ribs are ___ to the lungs in the human body.

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The ribs are ___ to the lungs in the human body.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The ribs are anterior (C) to the lungs, lying in front of them. Medial (A) is toward the midline, distal (B) is away from the trunk, and deep (D) is internal.

Question 2 of 5

Which is not an important electrolyte?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Nitrogen (B) is not an electrolyte; it’s a gas or protein component. Potassium (A), sodium (C), and calcium (D) are key electrolytes.

Question 3 of 5

Which mineral is important for the formation of red blood cells?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Copper (D) aids red blood cell formation via hemoglobin synthesis. Selenium (A), calcium (B), and magnesium (C) have other roles.

Question 4 of 5

A pneumothorax is caused by unusual buildup of air in the

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A pneumothorax is air in the pleural cavity (B), collapsing the lung. Lungs (A) hold air normally, trachea (C) conducts it, and pulmonary vein (D) carries blood.

Question 5 of 5

What is urea?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Urea (B) is the end product of protein metabolism, excreted in urine. Not just liquid (A), solely kidney-made (C), or bladder fluid (D).

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