TEAS 7 Biology: Master Key Concepts

ATI TEAS 7

Biology

1. The body's first line of defense against pathogens includes:

A. Phagocytes
B. Antibodies
C. Memory B cells
D. T lymphocytes

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Rationale: Phagocytes are a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the body's innate immune response, which is the first line of defense against pathogens. Phagocytes engulf and digest foreign particles, such as bacteria and viruses, helping to prevent infection and disease. Antibodies (option B) are produced by B cells and are part of the adaptive immune response, not the first line of defense. Memory B cells (option C) are also part of the adaptive immune response and are involved in mounting a faster and stronger response upon re-exposure to a pathogen. T lymphocytes (option D) are another type of white blood cell involved in the adaptive immune response, specifically in cell-mediated immunity.

2. Which of the following is an example of a secondary alcohol?

A. Methanol
B. Ethanol
C. Isopropanol
D. Butanol

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Isopropanol is an example of a secondary alcohol, as the hydroxyl group is attached to a carbon atom that is bonded to two other carbon atoms. The other choices are primary alcohols.

3. What type of joint allows for the most movement?

A. Ball-and-socket joint (shoulder)
B. Hinge joint (elbow)
C. Fibrocartilaginous joint (wrists)
D. Suture joint (skull)

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Rationale: A ball-and-socket joint allows for the most movement among the options provided. This type of joint is characterized by a rounded end of one bone fitting into a cup-like socket of another bone, allowing for a wide range of motion in multiple directions. The shoulder joint is a prime example of a ball-and-socket joint, enabling movements such as flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and rotation. In contrast, a hinge joint (option B) like the elbow primarily allows for movement in one plane (flexion and extension). Fibrocartilaginous joints (option C) like the wrists have limited movement due to the presence of cartilage between the bones. Suture joints (option D) in the skull are immovable joints that provide structural support but do not allow for significant movement.

4. A new material is claimed to be stronger than steel. You design an experiment to test this claim. What is the MOST important control variable?

A. The size of the material samples.
B. The temperature at which the test is conducted.
C. The force applied to the material.
D. The color of the material.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The size of the material samples is the most important control variable because it ensures that the comparison between the new material and steel is fair and accurate. By keeping the size consistent, any differences in strength can be attributed to the material composition rather than variations in sample size. Controlling for size helps eliminate confounding variables and increases the reliability of the experiment results. Temperature, force applied, and color are not as critical for directly testing the strength comparison between the new material and steel.

5. The final sentence highlights the need for

A. Public funding for scientific research and development of climate-friendly technologies.
B. Individual lifestyle changes and responsible consumption habits to reduce carbon footprints.
C. International partnerships and collaborative efforts to implement effective climate action plans.
D. Educational campaigns raising awareness about the urgency of addressing climate change.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The emphasis on "international cooperation," "robust scientific research," and "adapting" suggests a focus on collaborative and multi-faceted solutions, aligning with C.