ATI TEAS 7 Science

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Glomerulus. The glomerulus is a tuft of capillaries located within the nephron, specifically in the renal cortex. It is responsible for filtering blood and forming the initial filtrate in the process of urine formation. The other choices are incorrect because: A: Ureter - a tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder. C: Nephron - the functional unit of the kidney that includes the glomerulus but is not solely responsible for filtering blood. D: Renal artery - carries oxygenated blood to the kidneys but is not directly involved in the filtration process.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Convergent evolution. Dinosaurs evolving feathers before birds supports convergent evolution because it shows unrelated organisms (dinosaurs and birds) developing similar traits (feathers) independently to adapt to similar environmental pressures. This scenario is not an example of divergent evolution (B) where related organisms evolve different traits. It also does not demonstrate coevolution (C) where two species influence each other's evolution. The extinction of dinosaurs due to an asteroid impact (D) is not directly related to the evolution of feathers in dinosaurs before birds.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Holding urine in the bladder for long periods is NOT recommended for optimal urinary system health. When urine is held for a long time, it can increase the risk of urinary tract infections and bladder issues. It can also lead to bladder distension and potential damage to the bladder muscles. To maintain urinary system health, it is crucial to empty the bladder regularly to prevent bacterial growth and support proper bladder function. Choices A, B, and D are recommended practices for optimal urinary system health. Limiting high-sodium foods helps reduce the risk of kidney stones and hypertension, consuming cranberry juice can help prevent urinary tract infections, and regular moderate-intensity exercise promotes overall health, including the urinary system.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Tensile strength. Dense irregular connective tissue, found in tendons and ligaments, is composed of collagen fibers arranged in a random pattern, providing resistance to tension in multiple directions. This structural arrangement allows tendons and ligaments to withstand pulling forces and maintain their shape, ultimately providing tensile strength. Explanation: A: Flexibility - While tendons and ligaments do require some degree of flexibility, their primary function is to provide strength and stability rather than flexibility. B: Lubrication - Lubrication is not a primary function of dense irregular connective tissue in tendons and ligaments. C: Insulation - Dense irregular connective tissue does not primarily serve as an insulating material in tendons and ligaments; its main function is to provide mechanical support and strength. In summary, the correct answer is D because dense irregular connective tissue in tendons and ligaments is specifically designed to provide tensile strength by resisting pulling forces and

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The gravitational potential energy of an object is determined by its position relative to the ground. The higher the object is from the ground, the greater its gravitational potential energy. This is because the gravitational potential energy is directly proportional to the distance from the ground. Therefore, choice B, the distance from the ground, affects the gravitational potential energy of an object the most. Incorrect choices: A: The mass of the object does affect the gravitational potential energy, but it is not the most significant factor. C: The gravitational force affects the weight of an object but does not directly determine its gravitational potential energy. D: The shape of the object does not affect its gravitational potential energy; only the distance from the ground matters.