Rat Laboratory Test - External Features

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1. What region is the rat's head found?  

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The rat's head is found in the cranial region. This region refers to the area at the front of the body, specifically the skull and the structures within it. The cranial region contains important organs such as the brain, eyes, ears, and mouth.

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Rat Laboratory Test - External Features - Quiz

Welcome to electronic science frontier classroom of the 21st century. Today, you are being tested on external features of the common biology laboratory rat.... see moreQuestions for this test have been taken from the guide: rat external anatomy under "lecture notes".
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I wish you the best of luck on the various body systems for common laboratory rat,as they will relate to human anatomy and physiology.
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2. Which sex has a vaginal orifice?

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The correct answer is female because females have a vaginal orifice, which is an opening in the female reproductive system that allows for the passage of menstrual blood, the insertion of tampons or menstrual cups, and the entry of sperm during sexual intercourse. Males do not have a vaginal orifice. The options regarding rats are irrelevant to the question.

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3. What structures are used by rats for gnawing?

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Rats use their incisors for gnawing. Incisors are their front teeth that are sharp and continuously growing. These teeth are specifically adapted for gnawing and chewing through various materials, such as wood, wires, and even some metals. Rats rely on their incisors to maintain their teeth's length and shape, as well as to access food and create nesting spaces. Their incisors are strong and durable, allowing them to exert significant force while gnawing.

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4. What are a rats whiskers called?  

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Rats' whiskers are called vibrissae. Vibrissae are long, stiff hairs that are highly sensitive and located on the rat's face. These whiskers help rats navigate their surroundings by detecting changes in air currents and objects in their path. They provide rats with a sense of touch and help them explore their environment, find food, and avoid obstacles.

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5. Which body region is the belly located?

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The belly is located in the abdominal region. This region is located between the thoracic region and the pelvic region. It is the area of the body that contains the stomach, intestines, liver, and other organs involved in digestion. The abdominal region is commonly referred to as the "belly" or "stomach area."

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6. Identify the body part of a common laboratory rat from these structures, ulna, carpal, tibia, and fibula.

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The correct answer is "Legs" because the ulna, carpal, tibia, and fibula are all bones found in the legs of an animal.

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7. What structures are found in the female's scrotal Sacs?

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The correct answer is that scrotal sacs are not found in female rats. This means that female rats do not have scrotal sacs. Scrotal sacs are typically found in male rats and are responsible for housing the testes. Since female rats do not have testes, they do not have scrotal sacs.

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8. Which body region has the area where the back legs are attached?

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The area where the back legs are attached is known as the pelvic region. This region is located in the lower part of the body, between the abdomen and the thighs. It contains the pelvis, which is a bony structure that supports the weight of the upper body and connects the spine to the lower limbs. The pelvic region is responsible for providing stability and support for the back legs, allowing for movement and locomotion.

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9. What body region are the back legs attached?

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The back legs are attached to the pelvic region. The pelvic region is the area of the body located between the abdomen and the thighs, and it is where the pelvis is located. The pelvis is a bony structure that provides support and attachment for the legs, including the back legs. Therefore, the correct answer is the pelvic region.

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10. The mouth has a large cleft in the upper lip which exposed large front _____. Since rats are gnawing mammals these structures continue to grow for as long as the rat lives.

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The mouth of a rat has a large cleft in the upper lip that exposes its large front incisors. Rats are gnawing mammals, so their incisors continue to grow throughout their lives.

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11. Which body region has the neck?

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The neck is located in the cervical region of the body. This region is specifically associated with the neck and includes the vertebrae and muscles that support and allow movement of the head. The cervical region is situated between the cranial region (which includes the head) and the thoracic region (which includes the chest). Therefore, the correct answer is the cervical region.

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12. What surface are the rats "teats" located?  

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The correct answer is Ventral. The term "ventral" refers to the belly or underside of an animal. In the context of the question, the "teats" of the rats would be located on their ventral surface.

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13. There are six vertebrate found in the laboratory rat's lumbar region.

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The statement is true because the lumbar region of a laboratory rat does indeed contain six vertebrates.

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14. The frontal plane divides the laboratory rat's body into dorsal and ventral views.

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The frontal plane is a vertical plane that divides the body into front (ventral) and back (dorsal) sections. This means that if the frontal plane is applied to a laboratory rat's body, it will divide the body into dorsal and ventral views, making the statement true.

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15. What is the name of the chest region of your rat specimen?

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The correct answer is Thoracic Region. The thoracic region refers to the chest region of the rat specimen. It is the area between the neck and the abdomen, and it contains the thoracic cavity which houses the organs such as the heart and lungs.

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16. What position is the rats anus found?  

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The correct answer is "Ventral to the base of the tail." This means that the rat's anus is located on the underside of its body, specifically below the base of its tail.

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17. How many different anatomical regions is the rat's body divided into?

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The rat's body is divided into six different anatomical regions. This suggests that there are specific areas or parts of the rat's body that are distinct and separate from each other. These regions may include the head, neck, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, and tail. Each region serves different functions and contains different organs or structures.

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18. The laboratory rat's tail is composed of _____ vertebrae.

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The laboratory rat's tail is composed of caudal vertebrae. The term "caudal" refers to the tail region of an animal. Therefore, the correct answer is "caudal" as it specifically describes the vertebrae found in the rat's tail.

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19. What structures are located in the corner of the rats eyes?

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The nictitating membrane is a transparent or translucent third eyelid that is present in some animals, including rats. It is located in the corner of the rat's eyes and helps to protect the eyes from dust, debris, and other foreign objects. The nictitating membrane can also provide additional moisture and lubrication to the eyes.

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20. A rats tail has hair on the external surface.

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Rats do not have hair on their tails at any age of their life.

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21. Which body region has the front legs attached?

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The pectoral region is the correct answer because it is the area of the body where the front legs are attached. The pectoral region is located in the upper chest area, between the neck and the abdomen. It is responsible for the attachment and movement of the front limbs, including the legs.

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22. What is the structure located at the end of a male rats penis?

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The urogenital orifice is the correct answer because it refers to the structure located at the end of a male rat's penis. This orifice serves as the opening for both the urinary and reproductive systems, allowing the rat to excrete urine and ejaculate semen.

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23. Check choose all structures which belong to the urogenital system on laboratory rats.

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The urogenital system in laboratory rats includes the reproductive and urinary organs. The scrotal sac, vulva, prepuce, and testes are all structures that belong to the urogenital system. The scrotal sac is a pouch of skin that contains the testes, which are the male reproductive organs. The vulva is the external opening of the female reproductive system. The prepuce is the foreskin that covers the penis in males. Therefore, all these structures are part of the urogenital system in laboratory rats.

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24. Just posterior of the last teat you will observe the ___  ___?  

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The urinary aperture is located just posterior (behind) the last teat. This is the opening through which urine is expelled from the body.

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25. What is the anatomical name for a rats ear canal?

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The anatomical name for a rat's ear canal is the auditory meatus.

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What region is the rat's head found?  
Which sex has a vaginal orifice?
What structures are used by rats for gnawing?
What are a rats whiskers called?  
Which body region is the belly located?
Identify the body part of a common laboratory rat from these...
What structures are found in the female's scrotal Sacs?
Which body region has the area where the back legs are attached?
What body region are the back legs attached?
The mouth has a large cleft in the upper lip which exposed large front...
Which body region has the neck?
What surface are the rats "teats" located?  
There are six vertebrate found in the laboratory rat's lumbar...
The frontal plane divides the laboratory rat's body into dorsal...
What is the name of the chest region of your rat specimen?
What position is the rats anus found?  
How many different anatomical regions is the rat's body divided...
The laboratory rat's tail is composed of _____ vertebrae.
What structures are located in the corner of the rats eyes?
A rats tail has hair on the external surface.
Which body region has the front legs attached?
What is the structure located at the end of a male rats penis?
Check choose all structures which belong to the urogenital system on...
Just posterior of the last teat you will observe the ___  ___?...
What is the anatomical name for a rats ear canal?
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