HESI® A2 Anatomy & Physiology Practice Test

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Free HESI A2 Anatomy & Physiology Practice Test 2026

The HESI® A2 Anatomy & Physiology Test covers general terminology, histology, mitosis and meiosis, and various organs and body systems. To help you prepare for this section of the HESI, this page contains everything you need to know, including what topics are covered, how many questions there are, and how you can study effectively.

What’s on the HESI Anatomy & Physiology Test?

HESI A2 Anatomy & Physiology section outline showing topics like General Terminology, Skeletal System, and Nervous System, with a total of 30 questions. Mometrix Test Preparation at the bottom.

HESI A2 Anatomy & Physiology Practice Questions

One of the best ways to test your knowledge is by taking a practice test. Evaluate your A&P knowledge by trying your hand at the three practice questions below!

Answer each question and read through the answer explanation, whether you got the answer right or wrong. This will help you ensure you’ve got the topic mastered.

Whether you struggled with these questions or aced them on your first try, be sure to take the full practice test to get a better idea of how prepared you really are!

1. Which of the heart chambers has the greatest volume capacity?


Of the four heart chambers, the left ventricle is the largest. When it contracts, it pushes blood out to the organs and extremities of the body. The right ventricle pushes blood only into the lungs. The atria, on the other hand, receive blood from the outlying parts of the body and transport it into the ventricles.
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2. What is the name for a joint that can only move in one plane?


A hinge joint allows movement in one plane, such as flexion-extension. The elbow and knee are both hinge joints. Synovial refers to a broader category of joints that and freely movable and contain synovial fluid. A ball and socket joint is a type of synovial joint that allows rotation and movement in multiple planes. A condyloid joint allows movement in two planes, such as flexion-extension and abduction-adduction, but not rotation.
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3. Where are the vocal cords located?


The vocal cords are located in the larynx. These elastic bands vibrate and produce sound when air passes through them. The larynx lies between the pharynx and the trachea.

The pharynx is the section of the throat that extends from the mouth and the nasal cavities to the larynx, at which point it becomes the esophagus. The trachea is the tube running from the larynx down to the lungs, where it terminates in the bronchi. The epiglottis is the flap that blocks food from the lungs by descending over the trachea during a swallow.
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FAQs

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How many questions are on the Anatomy & Physiology section of the HESI A2?

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There are 30 questions on the Anatomy & Physiology section of the HESI A2 exam.

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How long is the Anatomy & Physiology section of the HESI A2?

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Each school sets their own time limit for each section of the exam.

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What is a passing score for the Anatomy & Physiology section of the HESI A2?

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There are no official passing scores or failing scores on the HESI exam.

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by Mometrix Test Preparation | Last Updated: July 21, 2026