ATI TEAS Science Test

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct order of normal blood flow through the heart is as follows: from the body, blood flows into the right atrium, then to the right ventricle, followed by the lungs through the pulmonary artery for oxygenation. Oxygenated blood then returns to the heart through the pulmonary veins into the left atrium, then moves into the left ventricle before being pumped out to the body. Choice B correctly depicts this sequential flow of blood through the heart. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not follow the typical path of blood flow through the heart.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: For an experiment to be considered successful, it is essential that the data collected and results obtained can be reproduced or replicated by others. This reproducibility ensures the reliability and validity of the experiment's findings. It allows for independent verification of the results and contributes to the overall scientific rigor of the study. While having a reasonable hypothesis, a well-written lab report, and computer-aided statistical analysis are important aspects of an experiment, the ability to reproduce the data is crucial for establishing the experiment's credibility and success. Without reproducibility, the findings may not be reliable, and the experiment's outcomes cannot be verified independently, leading to doubts about its validity.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: During the process of oogenesis, primary oocytes undergo meiosis to develop into secondary oocytes, which are the matured eggs released during ovulation for potential fertilization. Therefore, primary oocytes produce eggs, not sperm, oogonia, or stem cells, during oogenesis. Choice A (sperm) is incorrect as sperm is produced through spermatogenesis in males. Choice C (oogonia) is incorrect as oogonia are the cells that give rise to primary oocytes but are not the direct product of primary oocytes. Choice D (stem cells) is incorrect as primary oocytes do not directly produce stem cells during oogenesis.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct order of some of the vertebrae in the human skeleton in descending order is Atlas, Axis, Thoracic, Lumbar, Sacral, Coccyx. This sequence follows the typical arrangement from the top of the spine down towards the pelvis. Choice B is incorrect as it does not follow the descending order of vertebrae. Choice C is incorrect as it starts with Thoracic which is not the first vertebra in the descending order. Choice D is incorrect as it starts with Coccyx which is the last vertebra in the descending order.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Wrist. The scaphoid bone is one of the carpal bones located in the wrist. It is a small boat-shaped bone that is frequently involved in wrist injuries, such as falls onto an outstretched hand resulting in a scaphoid fracture. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as the scaphoid bone is not located in the shoulder, spine, or face. Understanding the anatomical location of bones is crucial for diagnosing and treating injuries accurately.