Systems and Cavities of Human Body – Short Answer Questions | GNM 1st Year NursingNotesGNM
Systems and Cavities of Human Body – Short Answer Questions | GNM 1st Year NursingNotesGNM
Systems and cavities of the human body are important topics in Anatomy and Physiology for GNM 1st year students. These short answer questions are prepared strictly as per the GNM final examination 2026 pattern for quick revision.
Course: GNM 1st Year
Subject: Anatomy & Physiology
Exam: Final Examination 2026
Useful for: Short answer / 2–3 marks questions
Systems of the Human Body – Short Answers
1. What is a body system?
A body system is a group of organs working together to perform a specific function.
2. How many systems are present in the human body?
There are 11 major systems in the human body.
3. Name any four body systems.
4. State the function of the skeletal system.
It provides support, protection, shape to the body and helps in movement.
5. Which system controls body activities?The nervous system controls and coordinates body activities.
7. What is the function of the circulatory system?It transports oxygen, nutrients, hormones and removes waste products.
8. Name the parts of the circulatory system.Heart, blood and blood vessels.
9. Which system helps in digestion of food?The digestive system.
10. Name the organs of the digestive system.Mouth, oesophagus, stomach, intestines, liver and pancreas.
11. What is the function of the urinary system?It removes waste products and maintains fluid balance.
13. Which system is responsible for reproduction?The reproductive system.
14. What is the function of the endocrine system?It secretes hormones to regulate body functions.
15. Name any two endocrine glands.Pituitary gland and thyroid gland.
Cavities of the Human Body – Short Answers
16. What is a body cavity?A body cavity is a space within the body that contains and protects internal organs.
17. Name the major body cavities.Dorsal cavity and Ventral cavity.
18. Name the subdivisions of the dorsal cavity.Cranial cavity and spinal cavity.
19. Which organ is present in the cranial cavity?The brain.
20. What does the spinal cavity contain?The spinal cord.
21. Name the subdivisions of the ventral cavity.Thoracic cavity and abdominopelvic cavity.
22. Which organs are present in the thoracic cavity?Heart and lungs.
23. What is the cavity surrounding the heart called?The pericardial cavity.
24. Name the subdivisions of the abdominopelvic cavity.Abdominal cavity and pelvic cavity.
25. Name organs found in the abdominal cavity.Stomach, liver, spleen and intestines.
26. Which organs are present in the pelvic cavity?Urinary bladder, rectum and reproductive organs.
27. What is the diaphragm?A muscular partition separating thoracic and abdominal cavities.
28. State one function of body cavities.They protect internal organs and allow their movement.
Exam‑Oriented Tips for GNM Students
Write definition first, then 2–3 points.
Draw simple labeled diagrams for cavities.
These questions are frequently repeated in GNM exams.
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Levels of Organization of Human Body
Anatomical Position & Terms
Tissues of Human Body
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