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CIDESCO Exam Prep: Multiple-Choice Questions & Answers, Exams of Biology

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This comprehensive study guide provides a thorough review of essential topics for the cidesco international beauty therapy examination. it includes multiple-choice questions and answers covering anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology, cosmetic chemistry, and more, ensuring students are well-prepared for their theory exams. The guide reflects the latest cidesco curriculum requirements and facilitates self-assessment and revision. Ideal for students seeking cidesco certification.

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CIDESCO Exam Preparation – Complete Multiple-Choice Q&A Summary for
International Beauty Therapy Certification (2025 Edition).
Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all
essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It
includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,
cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and
ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for
students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date
CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment
and revision.
Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/2026
I Biological and non-biological substances both need oxygen for their existence. II The
human body consists only of biological substances. - ansI is correct and II is incorrect
Characteristics of life include: - ansgrowth and metabolism
Examples of synthetic substances are: - ansplastics and silicones
Examples of organic biological substances are: - anscarbohydrates and fats
Examples of mineral substances are: - ansparaffins and petroleum
Matter is everything that: - ansoccupies space and has weight
The three forms of matter are solids, liquids and: - ansgases
What property does all matter have? - ansAll matter has weight
Condensation is the change of matter from: - ansa gas to a liquid
Vapourisation is the change of matter from: - ansliquid to a gas
Melting is the change of matter from: - ansa solid to a liquid
Sublimation is the change of matter from: - ansa solid to a gas
Condensation is: - ansthe change of a vapour to a liquid
The alteration of the properties of matter without the formation of any new substance is
called a/an: - ansphysical change
The immediate change of a solid into a vapour is called: - anssublimation
An example of a single-celled cellular organism is: - ansa bacterium
I. A micro-organism is the smallest part of the human body. II All micro-organisms need
nutrients for their existence. - ansI is incorrect and II is correct
Examples of bacteria are: - ansbacilli and cocci
I. Every living organism needs some non-biological substances for it's existence. II. All non-
biological substances are found as minerals in the earth. - ansI is correct and II is incorrect
Science deals mainly with: - ansphysics and chemistry
The study of the structure of the body is called: - ansanatomy
The study of the functions of living organisms is: - ansphysiology
I Anatomy is a very important science in the field of biology. II Anatomy is the science
which deals with the functions of the human body. - ansI is correct and II is incorrect
I Physiology is a very important science in the field of biology. II Physiology is the science
which deals with the functions of the body. - ansI and II are both correct
Which one of the following belongs to the science of chemistry? - ansThe alteration of the
structure of molecules
I Chemical reactions only take place outside and not inside a living organism. II The structure
of molecules change during chemical reactions. - ansI is incorrect and II is correct
The field of physics includes: - ansheat and electricity
Which one of the following belongs to the field of physics? - ansSound, electricity and heat
The field of physics includes: - ansthe science of electricity
An anion is: - ansA negatively charged atom
An anion is: - ansa negatively charged chloride atom (CI-)
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International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

I Biological and non-biological substances both need oxygen for their existence. II The human body consists only of biological substances. - ansI is correct and II is incorrect Characteristics of life include: - ansgrowth and metabolism Examples of synthetic substances are: - ansplastics and silicones Examples of organic biological substances are: - anscarbohydrates and fats Examples of mineral substances are: - ansparaffins and petroleum Matter is everything that: - ansoccupies space and has weight The three forms of matter are solids, liquids and: - ansgases What property does all matter have? - ansAll matter has weight Condensation is the change of matter from: - ansa gas to a liquid Vapourisation is the change of matter from: - ansliquid to a gas Melting is the change of matter from: - ansa solid to a liquid Sublimation is the change of matter from: - ansa solid to a gas Condensation is: - ansthe change of a vapour to a liquid The alteration of the properties of matter without the formation of any new substance is called a/an: - ansphysical change The immediate change of a solid into a vapour is called: - anssublimation An example of a single-celled cellular organism is: - ansa bacterium I. A micro-organism is the smallest part of the human body. II All micro-organisms need nutrients for their existence. - ansI is incorrect and II is correct Examples of bacteria are: - ansbacilli and cocci I. Every living organism needs some non-biological substances for it's existence. II. All non- biological substances are found as minerals in the earth. - ansI is correct and II is incorrect Science deals mainly with: - ansphysics and chemistry The study of the structure of the body is called: - ansanatomy The study of the functions of living organisms is: - ansphysiology I Anatomy is a very important science in the field of biology. II Anatomy is the science which deals with the functions of the human body. - ansI is correct and II is incorrect I Physiology is a very important science in the field of biology. II Physiology is the science which deals with the functions of the body. - ansI and II are both correct Which one of the following belongs to the science of chemistry? - ansThe alteration of the structure of molecules I Chemical reactions only take place outside and not inside a living organism. II The structure of molecules change during chemical reactions. - ansI is incorrect and II is correct The field of physics includes: - ansheat and electricity Which one of the following belongs to the field of physics? - ansSound, electricity and heat The field of physics includes: - ansthe science of electricity An anion is: - ansA negatively charged atom An anion is: - ansa negatively charged chloride atom (CI-)

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

A cation is: - ansA positively charged sodium atom (Na+) An electrolyte is: - ansA substance which, dissolved in water, splits into ions Examples of electrolytes are: - ansacids and salts An example of an electrolyte is: - anssalt-solution An acid is an electrolyte because: - ansit can conduct an electric current An example of an inorganic acid is: - anssulphuric acid An alkali must contain: - ansmetal atoms and hydroxyl group(s) (OH) An example of an alkaline substance is: - anssoap If a metal-oxide is dissolved in water it forms: - ansan alkali The pH scale is used to measure the degree of acidity or: - ansalkalinity pH can be decreased by: - ansincreasing hydrogen-ions The letter p in pH means: - anspotential pH is: - ansthe number of free H-ions in solution If the pH of a solution is between 5 and 7, the solution is a: - answeak acid If the pH of a solution is between 1 and 3 the solution is a: - ansstrong acid If the pH of a solution is between 7 and 9 the solution is a: - answeak alkali If the pH of a solution is between 12 and 14 the solution is: - ansstrong alkali The pH of distilled water is: - ans Lemon juice, with a pH reading of about 2, is considered to be: - ansacid Pure water, with a pH of 7, is considered to be: - ansneutral Substances having a pH value above 9.5 are considered to be: - ansalkaline The pH of the skin's acid mantle is: - ans5. A characteristic of a weak acid is that it: - anssupports the natural pH of the skin A characteristic of a weak alkali is that it: - anssoftens the stratum corneum of the skin The effect of a strong acid is: - anscorrosive and therefore of no use in beauty therapy A characteristic of organic acids is that: - ansthey contain the element carbon (C) Organic acids are found in: - anssebum and plants An organic acid contains the chemical-group: - ansCOOH An anode is: - ansA positively charged electrode A cathode is: - ansA negatively charged electrode Examples of electrodes which are used in beauty therapy are: - ansthe needles used for galvanic electrolysis In physics, radiation means: - ansthe electro-magnectic waves in space system The unit of frequency is: - ansHertz In physics, frequency means: - ansthe number of times per second an electro-magnetic-wave can change direction The unit of frequency is: - ansHertz Hertz is a unit of: - ansfrequency In the visible spectrum the colours in the correct order are: - ansred, orange, yellow and green

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

The unit of electrical resistance is: - ansohm The unit of electrical power is: - answatt A current with a constant strength used in beauty therapy is called: - ansgalvanic A so-called "faradic type current" is: - ansAn interrupted galvanic current The current that is used to tone muscles is called: - ansfaradic A so-called "faradic type current" is different from a galvanic current in beauty therapy because: - ansit is more effective for training muscles A galvanic current is different from a so-called "faradic type current" in beauty therapy because: - ansit is more effective for iontophoresis Which machine for treatments in beauty therapy supplies galvanic current? - ansA machine for iontophoresis For which treatments in beauty therapy is galvanic current used? - ansIontophoresis For which treatments in beauty therapy is galvanic current used? - ansIontophoresis and electric desincrustation The meaning of iontophoresis is: - ansto force cosmetic ingredients deeper into the skin The meaning of desincrustation is: - ansto remove substances from the skin's surface Desincrustation to remove substances from the surface of the skin is done with a: - ansgalvanic machine and cathode as the active electrode The effect of desincrustation on sebum is: - ansa saponification process caused by galvanic, current A machine for iontophoresis is most likely to contain: - ansa rectifier and a transformer A machine for desincrustation is most likely to contain: - ansa rectifier and a transformer I. Galvanic current can be obtained from a dry cell (battery) II. The electric mains supplies galvanic current. - ansI is correct and II is incorrect The electrical device that changes alternating current into direct current is a: - ansrectifier The function of a rectifier is to change: - ansan alternating current into a galvanic current When do the electrodes in electrotherapy have be moistened or to be applied on a moistened skin? - ansin iontophoresis and not short wave diathermy What can occur if galvanic electrode is not applied to the skin with a regular pressure all over the surface of the electrode: - anson the spot of the highest pressure skin burning can occur The electrical device that changes voltage is called a: - anstransformer The function of a transformer is to change: - ansthe voltage of an alternating current to a different voltage A fuse is an electrical device that: - ansprotects apparatus or circuits from overloading A fuse in an electrical apparatus: - ansis the weakest part of the electrical circuit The safety practises that should be observed in a beauty salon when using electrical appliances: - ansare the responsibility of the employer of the salon The smallest structural unit in the hunan body is called the: - anscell The study of the structure of the body is called: - ansanatomy

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

The study of the functions of the human body is: - ansphysiology The outer wall of a cell is called the: - anscell membrane Deoxyribonucleic acid or D.NA: - anscarries genetic information Which of the following is the genetic material of the cell? - ansDNA The main part of the cell which contains protoplasm is the: - anscytoplasm The nucleus of a cell is directly surrounded by: - ansthe nuclear membrane The part of the cell in contact with it's environment is the: - anscell membrane The part of a cell that controls the activities of the cell is the: - ansnucleus The nucleus of a cell contains: - ansDNA The nucleus of a cell contains: - ansnucleoli Meiosis is a process concerned with: - ansbody division of a sex cell The process of cell division where the mother cell divides into two identical daughter cells is called: - ansmitosis The phase of mitosis during which centrioles reach the ends of the cell is: - ansmetaphase The last stage of mitosis is known as: - anstelophase The phase of mitosis in which the chromatin of the nucleus forms chromosomes is: - ansprophase The phase of mitosis in which two identical daughter cells are produced is: - anstelophase The phase of mitosis in which chromosomes line up in the middle of a cell is: - ansmetaphase When a cell is dividing, the nucleus forms: - anschromosomes Which of the following is the phase between periods of cell reproduction? - ansinterphase A human cell with 22 autosomes and a Y sex chromosome would be a: - anssperm Male reproductive cells contain: - ans22 chromosomes and either an X- or a Y-chromosome The structural unit of all living organisms is: - ansa cell Histology is the study of: - ansthe microscopic structure of tissues Which one of the following structures is NOT an example of a tissue? - ansheart The name for a collection of similar cells grouped together for a particular function is: - anstissue Tissues are composed of: - anscells Tissue specialised for movement is: - ansmuscular Tissue which provides support and protection and binds structures together is: - ansconnective The rapid co-ordination of many complicated body functions is carried out by: - ansnervous tissue Impulses can be transmitted throughout the body by: - ansnervous tissue Tissue found lining the surfaces of organ is: - ansepithelial Flat, scale-like epithelial cells are anatomically referred to as: - anssquamous Which one of the following is NOT formed from connective tissue? - ansthe epidermis The characteristic tissue of skin glands is: - ansepithelial tissue

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

The vertebrae whick have large neural spines to give attachment to powerful back muscles are the: - anslumbar The joint between the atlas and the axis is: - ansa pivot joint The ribs are movably connected to: - ansthe thoracic vertebrae The number of pairs of ribs in the body is: - ans The shoulder blade is known as the: - ansscapula The names of the two bones articulating in the ball and socket joint of the upper arm are the: - anshumerus and scapula The correct name for the collar bone is the: - ansclavicle Which one of the following bones would be classified as a short bone? - anscarpal The hand consists of A. ___ carpals and B. ___ metacarpals: - ansA: 8 B: 5 Which one of the following is the 'odd bone out'? - anspatella The type of joint found at the knee is the: - anshinge Which one of the following does NOT have any moveable joints? - anscranium An example of a fixed joint is: - ansthe bones of the skull In the hip joint, the synovial membrane lines the: - ansligament of the head of the femur "Front" and "back" are equivalent to: - ansanterior and posterior "Up" and "down" are equivalent to: - anssuperior and inferior A sagittal plane divides the body into: - ansleft and right parts A transverse plane divides the body into: - anssuperior and inferior parts The main function of muscle tissue is to provide: - ansmovement Which one of the following statements is INCORRECT? - ansThe only action a muscle can perform is contraction Which one of the following type of muscle is considered to be under voluntary nervous control? - ansskeletal Which one of the following is NOT a characteristic of skeletal or voluntary muscle? - ansaction is slower than that controlled by smooth muscle Which one of the following is NOT characteristic of involuntary muscle? - ansunder the control of the will Muscles allow movement to take place by: - anscontraction and relaxation The contractive part of a muscle is the: - ansbelly Flexion of the hip joint is carried out by the: - ansrectus femoris The muscle which flexes the thigh and leg is the: - anssartorius The zygomatic arch gives origin to the: - ansmasseter The triceps muscle is an example of a/an: - ansextensor The face muscle which contracts during smiling is the: - anszygomaticus The deepest chest muscles are the: - ansintercostals The quadriceps muscle: - ansextends the knee The zygomaticus muscle has it's insertion on the: - ansskin of the corner of the mouth

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

The muscle which totally covers the shoulder-joint is the: - ansdeltoid The muscle that lifts the leg in the hip joint is the: - ansbiceps femoris A muscle that pulls up the corner of the mouth is the: - anszygomaticus The normal temperature of the human body is approximately: - ans37 Degrees Celcius Which one of the following components is NOT present in tissue fluid? - ansred blood cells Which chemical is NOT transported in the liquid part of the blood? - ansfibrin The percentage of water in blood plasma is: - ans90% Which component of blood transports oxygen? - anserythrocytes Which of the following is NOT a component of human blood? - ansfibroblasts The cells responsible for the defence of the body are: - answhite blood cells The blood cells which do not have a nucleus are: - anserythrocytes Blood cells are formed in the: - ansbones The destruction of red blood cells takes place in the: - ansliver After birth, red blood cells are made in the: - ansbone marrow Which one of the following minerals is used to produce haemoglobin? - ansiron The function of white blood cells is to: - ansdestroy bacteria The name of the substances which stimulate the production of anti-bodies in the blood is called: - ansantigens The component of blood responsible for the manufacture of antibodies is: - anslymphocytes The substances produced in the body which destroy or neutralise foreign substances are called: - ansantibodies Defence against antigens does NOT take place by: - anserythrocytes The component of blood mostly concerned with the control of infection is: - answhite blood cells The component of blood which plays an important role in clotting is: - ansplatelets The primary function of thrombocytes is to: - ansplay a role in blood clotting Which vitamin causes an increase in clotting time of blood when it is deficient? - ansK When blood clots, the soluble substance which becomes insoluble is called: - ansfibrinogen The following processes occur after blood has come into contact with damaged tissue: 1. thrombokinase produced by platelets 2. thrombin combines with fibrinogen 3. production of a fibrin net 4. calcium and prothrombin combined. The correct order in which they appear is: - ans Calcium in the blood is necessary for: - ansblood coagulation Deoxygenated blood enters the heart by the: - ansright atrium The name of the cavity in which the heart lies is called: - anspericardial cavity When the ventricles of the heart contract the: - ansaortic and pulmonary valves open Blood is prevented from returning to the ventricles after they have completed their contractions by the: - anssemilunar valves

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

Which of the following statements about blood is INCORRECT? - anstakes urea from the kidneys to the liver Blood is carried to the liver through the: - anshepatic artery and hepatic portal vein The name of the vessel that takes blood from the liver to the vena cava is the: - anshepatic vein The MAIN purpose of digestion is to: - ansmake the food soluble The epiglottis lies between: - ansthe throat and the oesophagus List the following sequence that represents the correct order in which food passes through them: 1. oesophagus 2. duodenum 3. colon 4. stomach - ans Which one of the following is an accessory organ of the digestive tract? - ansliver Which one of the following attacks starch? - ansamylase The digestion of starch begins in the: - ansmouth The oesophagus connects: - ansthe mouth to the stomach An enzyme which clots milk is produced in the: - ansstomach Gastric juice is composed of: - ansmucus, enzymes and hydrochloric acid An enzyme that needs a highly acid background in which to work is: - anspepsin One of the following processes which does NOT occur in the stomach is: - ansDigestion of sugars Under normal circumstances the stomach produces: - anspepsin and hydrochloric acid The secretory duct of the pancreas discharges into: - ansthe duodenum Which one of the following statements about food as it enters the duodenum is INCORRECT? - ansfats are absorbed The chemical digestion of proteins begins in the: - ansstomach The digestion of fats begins in the: - ansduodenum Fatty foods are attacked by: - anslipase Proteins are digested by: - anstrypsin Which one of the following is NOT produced in the pancreas? - anspepsin The hepatic portal vein carries soluble foods: - ansfrom the ileum to the liver Poisons are made harmless in the body by the: - ansliver Which one of the following is NOT a function of the liver? - ansexeretion of uric acid Carbohydrates are stored in the muscles and liver as: - ansglycogen Which one of the following is NOT a function of the liver? - ansgets rid of uric acid Glucose can be stored as glycogen in: - ansthe liver The effect of bile upon fats is: - ansemulsification The word that best describes the action of bile fats is it: - ansemulsifies The function of bile is to: - ansemulsify fats Villi in the small intestine: - ansincrease the surface area of the organ and absorbs nutrients The process that takes place in the ileum is: - ansabsorption A substance that is NOT an end product of digestion is: - ansmaltose

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

Digested food is MAINLY absorbed is the: - anssmall intestine Nutrients are MAINLY absorbed in the: - anslarge intestine Water is MAINLY absorbed in the: - anslarge intestine The vocal chords are found in the: - anslarynx During swallowing, the wind-pipe is closed by the: - ansepiglottis The tube in the respiratory system which carries air into the lungs is the: - anstrachea The place where oxygen leaves the lungs is called: - ansalveoli Oxygen is taken into the blood from the: - ansalveoli The exchange of gases during external respiration takes place in the: - ansalveoli Which one of the following processes results in a release of energy in a living cell? - ansrespiration External respiration is: - ansthe exchange of oxygen and carbon-dioxide in the lungs The exchange of gases between air in the lungs and the blood is called: - ansexternal respiration The function of external respiration is: - ansTo carry oxygen into the blood and remove carbon dioxide from it Oxygen passes from blood into tissue, and carbon dioxide passes from tissues into the blood by a process known as: - ansdiffusion The approximate percentage of oxygen in the atmosphere is: - ans21% Which one of following statements is INCORRECT? - ansexhaled air is dryer than atmospheric air Exhaled air contains: - ansmore oxygen than carbon dioxide The brain regulates breathing rate DIRECTLY by: - ansthe concentration of carbon dioxide in the blood A CORRECT combination of breathing activites is: - ansdiaphragm lowered, ribs raised, air taken in During inspiration: - ansthe diaphragm moves downwards A disadvantage of breathing through the mouth is that the: - ansinspired air is purified insufficiently A function of the kidneys is: - ansto regulate the water content of the blood Urea is exereted by the: - anskidneys Which one of the following substances is NOT NORMALLY present in urine? - ansglucose Which one of the following statements is CORRECT? A person who drinks a lot of water but does no additional exercise will have: - ansmore urine which is more diluted Which of the following is NOT removed via the kidneys in a healthy person? - ansglucose Urea is a waste product produced from: - ansamino acids Substances which should NOT be found in the glomerular filtrate are: - ansblood cells and plasma proteins The kidneys are generally located between the: - ans12th thoracic and 3rd lumbar vertebrae

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

The endocrine gland that secretes a hormone which helps a person to react in a dangerous situation is the: - ansadrenal gland Oestrogen is produced in the: - ansovary The gland which controls the production of sex hormones is: - ansthe pituitary gland Female reproductive organs are under control of: - ansF.S.H. A function of oestrogen is to: - ansregenerate the endometrium The change from a girl to an adult at puberty is controlled by the hormone: - ansoestrogen Ovulation usually takes place about: - ansfourteen days after menstruation The hormone which converts the Graafian follicle to a corpus luteum is: - ansluteinising hormone The corpus luteum produces hormones under the influence: - ansthe pituitary gland The corpus luteum: - ansis formed during every menstrual cycle Progesterone levels fall: - ansafter degeneration of the corpus luteum Which one of the following statements about the uterus is INCORRECT? - anseggs are fertilised there Fertilisation of an ovum takes place in the: - ansfallopian tube Hormones are NOT secreted by: - ansthe uterus The effect of the contraceptive pill is to: - ansprevent pregnancy While using the contraceptive pill: - ansovulation does not take place The hormone which controls the change from a boy to an adult at puberty is: - anstestosterone During menstration oestrogen and progesterone occur in the: - ansEndometrium Impulses are transmitted throughout the body principally by: - ansnervous tissue A neuron is: - anscomposed of a cell body, dendrites and an axon The cell body of a sensory neurone is found in the: - ansdorsal root of the spinal cord The cellular process that carries a nerve impulse away from the cell body is the: - ansaxon The process in which a nerve is stimulated is: - anschemical-electrical An example of a neuro-transmitter is: - ansacetylcholine The central nervous system is made of: - ansbrain and spinal cord The white matter of the brain and spinal cord is composed of: - ansaxons Voluntary muscle movements are controlled by: - ansthe cerebrum Neurons are found: - ansin the cerebral cortex The part of the brain concerned with memory is the: - anscerebrum The part of the brain concerned with controlling respiration is the: - ansmedulla oblongata The function of the medulla oblongata in the brain is to: - anscontrol heartbeat and breathing rate The part of the brain that directs precise, smooth movements and the maintenance of balance is the: - anscerebellum The part of the brain which regulates posture and maintains the tone of muscles is the: - anscerebellum

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

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The part of the reflex arc which contains both sensory and motor nerve fibres is the: - ansspinal nerve Which one of the following is NOT an example of a reflex action? - ansheart beating A simple reflex arc follows the following pathway: - anssense organ - nerve- spinal ganglion- spinal cord, etc. A nervous stimulus enters the spinal cord via: - ansthe spinal ganglion and the posterior horn and leaves via the anterior horn Which orte of the following structures is the deepest layer of the meninges? - ansdura mater The cerebrospinal fluid is found: - ansin between the arachnoid mater and the pia mater The trigeminal nerve is: - ansthe 5th cranial nerve The facial nerve is MAINLY: - ansa mixed nerve The VAGUS nerve is cranial nerve number: - ansX (10) The last part of the spinal cord is called: - ansthe cauda equina The action of the autonomic nervous system helps to: - ansinnervate cardiac muscle, blushing and gland secretions Periphenal is cranial and body nerves, NOT: - ansBrain and spinal cord Which one of the following statements about the uterus is INCORRECT? - anseggs are fertilised there The lower narrow section of the uterus that opens into the vagina is called the: - anscervix A spermatozoon normally follows the following course: - ansvagina, cervix, uterus, fallopian tube Fertilisation occurs when: - ansthe nuclei of two gametes fuse Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an egg or ovum? - anscarries food for the embryo Fertilisation takes place in the: - ansfallopian tube The function of amniotic fluid is to: - ansprotect the embryo from tolts and knocks The name given to the cell which is formed immediately after fertilisation is the: - anszygote The male gonads produce: - anstestosterone Male hormones are produced in: - ansthe testes The layer of the epidermis in which the cells are fully keratinised is the: - ansstratum cornetum In the epidermal layer of skin, whick one of the following is the superficial layer containing 25 - 30 rows of dead, keratinised epithelial cells? - ansstratum corneum New cells of the skin produced the: - ansstratum germinativum Keratinisation of the epidermis starts in the: - ansstratum granulosum The tough waterproof material that provides cells in the outer layer of skin with a protective quality is: - anskeratin Melanin granules are found in the: - ansstratum spinosum

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

The skin protects the body against micro-organisms by: - ansproducing an acid mantle The skin's moisture content is lost more rapidly when the surrounding air is excessively: - anshot The skin regulates body temperature in hot weather by: - ansdilation of blood vessels The skin regulates body temperature in cold weather by: - ansconstriction of blood vessels Hair is caused to stand on end by the action of: - ansarrector pili muscles The main effect of sweating is to: - anslower body temperature The skin acts as a sensory organ because it responds to stimuli such as: - anspressure The skin acis as a sensory organ because it contains: - ansnerve endings The skin can absorb oily substances: - ansthrough the hair follicle Which of the following statements are correct? I. Lipids are absorbed into the skin through the epidermis II. Lipids are absorbed into the skin through the dermis. - ansonly I is correct The skin is an excretory organ because it excretes: - anssweat When the skin is exposed to sunlight produces: - ansvitamin D Skin is thinnest on the: - anseyelids Skin is thickest on the: - anspalms of the hands Deep wrinkles in the skin are caused by: - anschanges in structure of collagen fibres The natural creases in the skin are known as: - ansLanger's lines One of the factors which partly responsible for skin colour is: - ansblood supply The colour of skin in a healthy person is determined mainly by: - ansmelanin Herpes zoster: - ansaffects the nerves A wart is caused by: - ansA virus Which one of the following skin diseases is caused by a fungus? - ansringworm A skin infection where small depigmented areas are seen, particularly on a tanned skin is: - anstinea versicolor A skin infestation in which burrows are seen and which is very itchy is: - ansscabies A congenital skin disorder: - anspsoriasis A skin disease caused by disorder of keratinisation is: - ansichthyosis Ichthyosis is a skin disease in which there is: - ansA disorder of the keratinisation-process of the skin, during which coarse scales are formed Stretch-marks result from: - ansdegeneration of the connective tissue A malignant tumour of epithelial tissue is called: - anscarcinoma A skin condition which can be a symptom of advanced liver disease is: - ansspider naevi The cause of a port wine stain is: - ansan abnormal growth of vessels blood vessels Separation of a nail plate from it's nail bed is called: - ansonycholysis The name of the nail condition in which there are deep horizontal ridges is: - ansBeau's lines The name given to white spots on the nail is: - ansleuconychia The name given to a fungal infection of nails is: - anstinea unguium The name of the nail condition in which there is pitting is: - anspsoriasis

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

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Herpetic whitlow is recognised as: - ansinflammation and swelling of tissue surrounding the nail Hang nail is recognised as: - ansa strip of skin at the side of the nail The condition in which a nail is thick and brittle with white powdery deposits is: - anstinea unguium Blepharoplasty is: - anssurgery to correct ageing of the eyes Rhinoplasty is an operation: - ansto alter the shape of the nose An operation to tighten and raise the skin is called: - ansapronectomy An operation that reduces the skin of the abdomen is called: - ansapronectomy Breast uplift is NOT used: - ansto enlarge or reduce the size of the breast An operation that reduces areas of fat accumulation is called: - ansliposuction A process thàt smooths out irregularities of the skin is called: - ansdermabrasion Chemistiry is the study of: - ansthe composition of substances and their effects on one another Matter is defined as anything that: - ansoccupies space The number of states in which matter can exist is: - ansthree The basic unit of matter is the: - ansatom Organic chemistry is the study of all substances containing: - anscarbon Organic chemistry the: - anschemistry of carbon compounds The branch of chemistry that deals with compounds containing carbon is: - ansorganic chemistry Inorganic chemistry the: - ansstudy of the elements and their compounds except the chemistry of carbon compounds Atom is electrically neutral because it has: - anshas the same number of protons and electrons An atom contains: - anspositive protons, uncharged neutrons and negative electrons The nucleus of an atom contains: - ansprotons and neutrons A substance which chemically cannot be broken down into simpler substances is called: - ansan element The smallest part of an element that can exist is the: - ansatom Which one of the following is NOT an element? - answater An example of an element is: - ansoxygen The chemical symbol for sodium is: - ansNa The chemical symbol for iron is: - ansFe The smallest part of a compound which still has the same properties of that compound is: - ansa molecule Which one of the following is NOT compound? - ansair A substance forimed by uniting two elements chemically is known as a/an: - anscompound Oil and fat combined together in a cream form is an example of: - ansa mixture The predominant bonding of atoms in inorganic compounds is known as: - ansionic

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

Which one of the following ingredients is obtained from a succulent cactus-like plant? - ansaloe vera Amino acids are used in cosmetics because they: - ansmoisturise the skin Azulene is substance obtained from: - ansthe camomile plant Allantoin is used in cosmetics because: - ansof it's healing properties Aluminium salts are ingredients of: - ansastringents Calamine is used in cosmetics because it: - anshas a soothing effect Chlorhexidine is used in cosmetics because: - ansit is an effective bacteriocide Collagen is used in cosmetics because it: - anshelps the skin retain moisture Hydrogen peroxide is used as a bleaching agent because it: - ansis an oxidising agent Natural moisturising factor (NMF) contain: - ansamino acids Placentary extracts are used in cosmetics: - ansfor skin activating Witch hazel is used in cosmetics as: - ansan astringent An ingredient of anti-acne products is: - ansvitamin A acid An example of a herb used in cosmetics is: - ansarnica Water that contains large of calcium and magnesium salts is called: - anshard water Hard water can be made suitable for clinic purposes by: - ansdistillation Water can be softened in different ways. NOT suitable is to: - ansadd lime Water that does NOT contain any other substance is: - ansdistilled water Volatile oils obtained from flowers and leaves are known as: - ansobtained essential oils A method of extracting essential oils from flowers and leaves is: - anssolvent extraction A substance added to perfume to slow down the rate of evaporation of the volatile ingredients is called: - ansa fixative An alternative to the use of wet cotton pads when cleansing the face is: - ansfacial sponges The main function of a day cream is to: - ansprotect the skin against the environment The function of a moisturiser is to: - ansprevent dehydration of the skin The function of a tonic is to: - ansremove oil fron the skin after cleansing An ingredient of astringents is: - answitch hazel A night cream usually has a high content of: - ansoil Which one of the following ingredients is a sunscreen? - ansoctyl methoxycinnamate Face masks are used on the skin because they: - ansleave the skin smooth and soft A substance widely used as an astringent is: - answitch hazel Calamine is used as an ingredient of face masks because it: - anshas a soothing effect An ingredient of face masks that has strong absorbent properties is: - anskaolin A mask ingredient that is capable of dissolving dead cells on the skin's surface is: - anssulphur A mask ingredient that has a soothing effect and is used on mature dry skins is: - ansalmond oil An important ingredient of hand lotions and hand cream is: - ansa humectant

International Beauty Therapy Certification (202 5 Edition).

Ccomprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering all

essential topics for the CIDESCO international beauty therapy examination. It

includes sections on anatomy and physiology, microbiology, dermatology,

cosmetic chemistry, skin conditions, electrotherapy, cosmetic products and

ingredients, salon management, professional ethics, and nutrition. Ideal for

students preparing for theory exams, this resource reflects up-to-date

CIDESCO curriculum requirements and supports thorough self-assessment

and revision.

Latest Updated Exam Study Guide 2025/

Foundation should be applied with a: - anssponge Areas the face that have wide or prominent features which must be minimised are covered with: - ansdarker foundation A foundation has the effect of: - ansgiving an even colour to the skin The function of a concealer in make-up is to: - anscover areas of the face Concealer will: - ansdisguise spots The main purpose of the use of face powder is to: - ansset the foundation Face powders usually consist of a powder base, a colouring agent and: - ansperfume Talc is one of the main ingredients used in: - ansface powder Eyeliner is applied to the edges of the: - anseyelids Mascara is usually available in the form of cake, cream or: - anspaste The function of mascara is to: - ansthicken eyelashes The main ingredient of cuticle remover is: - anspotassium hydroxide A base coat contains: - ansnitrocellulose A base coat is used: - ansprior to the application of nail enamel The film forming ingredient of nail enamel is: - ansnitrocellulose Nail enamel solvent (thinners) may contain: - ansethyl acetate The amount of nitrocellulose in top coat is: - ansmore than in nail enamel The main use of a top coat is to: - ansprevent coloured enamel from breaking Which of the following statement is/are correct? I. A deodorant prevents body odour. II. An anti-perspirant reduces perspiration and stimulates sebaceous secretion. - ansI is correct and II is incorrect Which of the following statements is/are correct? I. A deodorant is an anti-oxidant. II. An anti-perspirant stops perspiration and stimulates sebum secretion. - ansBoth are incorrect The function of a deodorant is to: - ansprevent body odour The active ingredient of a deodorant is: - ansan antiseptic The action of a deodorant is to: - anscontrol the bacteria responsible for body odour The function of an anti-perspirant is to: - ansreduce the amount of sweat on the skin The active ingredient of an anti-perspirant is: - ansaluminium salts The action of an anti-perspirant is to: - ansconstrict the sweat pores Microbiology is the: - ansscientific study of micro-organisms Which one of the following statements is NOT correct? - ansbacteria are smaller than viruses The temperature at which pathogenic bacteria grow best is: - ans37 Degrees Celcius Bacteria are: - anssingle-cell micro-organisms Which one of the following is the smallest organism? - ansvirus Viruses are: - ansvery tiny organisms that multiply in living cells Fungi are: - ansvegetable-type micro-organisms lacking chlorophyll A skin disease caused by bacteria is: - ansimpetigo Skin disease caused by a virus is: - ansherpes zoster