Which of the following vitamins helps in the maturation of red blood cells?
- A. Vitamin D.
- B. Vitamin A.
- C. Vitamin B12.
- D. Vitamin B.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vitamin B12 is essential for the maturation of red blood cells and DNA synthesis.
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The function of the parietal cells of the stomach is to:
- A. Secrete pepsinogen for protein digestion
- B. Secrete mucus for lubrication
- C. Secrete the hormone gastrin
- D. Produce intrinsic factor required for absorption of vitamin B12
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Parietal cells produce intrinsic factor, essential for vitamin B12 absorption, and hydrochloric acid, not the other functions listed.
Which substance of saliva destroy the harmful bacteria-
- A. Cerumin
- B. Chyme
- C. Lysozyme
- D. Secretin
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lysozyme in saliva has antibacterial properties, breaking down bacterial cell walls.
Dental formula of adult human is -
- A. 2123/2123
- B. 2123/2122
- C. 2124/2124
- D. 2132/2132
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The dental formula of an adult human is 2132/2132, representing 2 incisors, 1 canine, 3 premolars, and 2 molars per quadrant.
About nasopharynx all true except:
- A. Lined by pseudostratified epith.
- B. Contain pharyngeal tonsil.
- C. Contain palatine tonsil
- D. Follow nasal cavity.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nasopharynx is lined by pseudostratified ciliated epithelium and contains the pharyngeal tonsil (adenoids), but the palatine tonsils are located in the oropharynx, not the nasopharynx.
Substances which are not related with hepatic portal circulation :-
- A. Amino acid
- B. Fatty acid
- C. Glucose
- D. Electrolytes
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fatty acids are absorbed into lacteals and enter the lymphatic system, not the hepatic portal vein.