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- 1. Multiple ChoiceA tissue or group of tissues that make and releases hormones.Endocrine SystemPancreasFlight or Fight ResponseGlands
- 2. Multiple Choiceis a network of tissues and organs that release chemicals that control certain body functions.HormonesPituitary GlandEndocrine SystemType 2 Diabetes
- 3. Multiple ChoiceThe gland that stimulates body metabolismThyroidtestesovaryadrenal
- 4. Multiple ChoiceThe gland that stimulates secondary sex characteristics in females.Thyroidtestesovaryadrenal
- 5. Multiple ChoiceAre chemicals that travel in the blood and cause changes in different parts of the bodyHormonesGlandsParathyroidAdrenal Gland
- 6. Multiple ChoiceThe gland that helps the body respond to stress and dangerHormonesGlandsParathyroidAdrenal Gland
- 7. Multiple ChoiceTestosterone is produced in theovarytestespancreasethyroid
- 8. Multiple Choice
Hormone regulation operates under which type of feedback mechanism?
positive feedback
negative feedback
zero feedback
Hormones are not regulated
- 9. Multiple Choice
All of the following are endocrine organs EXCEPT
thyroid gland
hypothalamus
adrenal glands
lymph nodes
- 10. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a function of the endocrine system?
maintain homeostasis through regulation of growth, metabolism, and sexual development
provide the body with defense mechanisms to protect against pathogens
provide boundaries and protective surfaces to lubricate and line vital organs
propagate electrical impulses to communicate information between brain, spinal cord, muscles, and sensory organs
- 11. Multiple Choice
Which hormone induces a positive feedback mechanism by causing increasing frequency of contractions during childbirth
prolactin
progesterone
oxytocin
estrogen
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which structure within the brain controls the pituitary gland?
the pineal gland
thymus gland
thyroid gland
hypothalamus
- 13. Multiple ChoiceGrowth Hormone is released frompituitary glandthymus
- 14. Multiple Choice
Which gland has a role in active immunity?
adrenals
pancreatic islets
parathyroids
thymus
pineal
- 15. Multiple Choice
Insulin and glucagon are produced by
the liver
the pancreas
the kidneys
- 16. Multiple Choice
What is Homeostasis ?
is the maintenance of a constant internal environment
is the maintenance of a constant external environment
is the maintenance of a constant living environment
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which hormone reduces the amount of glucose in the blood?
Glucagon
Insulin
Glycogen
ADH
- 18. Multiple Choice
This hormones regulate the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
thyroxine
calcitonin
ADH
metabolite
- 19. Multiple Choice
These two hormones produced by the pancreas control blood sugar levels.
epinephrine and nor-epinephrine
T3 and T4
estrogen and progesterone
insulin and glucagon
- 20. Multiple Choice
What is the name of the cells that are affected by hormones?
Endocrine glands
Target cells
Hormones
Eccrine glands
- 21. Multiple Choice
A tissue can react to a hormone when the hormone attaches to the
vacuole.
receptor.
mitochondria.
sugars.
- 22. Multiple Choice
The diagram shows the interaction between blood sugar and pancreas activity. This isan example of a feedback mechanism maintaining homeostasisan example of an immune system responding to prevent diseasean example of the hormonal regulation of gamete productionan example of the digestion of sugar by insulin - 23. Multiple ChoiceWhich statement describes a similarity between all enzymes, neurotransmitters, and hormones?shape is critical to their ability to functionTheir ability to replicate ensures more of the speciesThey work better at 100°C than 37°CThey are made by and carried by the blood
- 24. Multiple Choice
The master gland is known as the
thyroid
pituitary
pancreas
adrenal glands
- 25. Multiple Choice
The glands that regulate the amount of calcium in the blood is
thyroid gland
parathyroid glands
ovaries
- 26. Multiple Choice
Metabolic rate is regulated by the
parathyroid glands.
adrenal glands.
thyroid gland.
adrenal glands.
- 27. Multiple ChoiceThe pituitary gland is represented by letter ___.ABCD
- 28. Multiple Choice
This hormone regulates water concentration.
Insulin
Glucagon
Oxytocin
Antidiuretic hormone
- 29. Multiple Choiceretention of water in kidneysTSHLHACTHADH
- 30. Multiple Choicebone growth/metabolic functionsthyroid gland-GHGH-pinealLH-pituitaryGH-pituitary
- 31. Multiple Choice
The main function of the thymus gland is to produce a hormone called ____________.
Thyroxine
Thymosin
Somatotropin
Melanocyte
- 32. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a hormone?
Glycogen
Glycerol
Glucagon
Glucose
- 33. Multiple Choice
Jazzmine wants to test the effects of growth hormone on cow size. She injects each cow with different amounts of growth hormone as calves and then weighs them as mature adults. Which of the following is the dependent variable?
Amount of growth hormone
Weight of cows
Age of cows
The size of the pituitary gland
- 34. Multiple Choice
Exocrine glands differ from endocrine glands in that exocrine glands
Secrete only into the bloodstream
Secrete only local hormones
Secrete through ducts or tubes to the body's exterior
Secrete only into the urine
- 35. Multiple Choice
A patient has developed a parathyroid tumor. Which of the following are possible consequences of the tumor?
The patient will produce fewer lympocytes
The patient will have difficulty regulating potassium levels in the blood
The patient will have difficulty regulating blood sugar levels
The patient will have difficulty regulating blood calcium levels
- 36. Multiple Choice
Which hormone is responsible for regulating sleep cycles?
Melatonin
Epinephrine
Testosterone
Human Growth Hormone
- 37. Multiple Choice
After consuming a banana split, which hormones would be expected to increase?
Prolactin
GH
Insulin
Parathyroid Hormone
- 38. Multiple ChoiceHormone that stimulates spermatogenesis in malesTestosteroneFSHEstrogenLH
- 39. Multiple ChoiceHormone that stimulates ovulationEstrogenProgesteroneTestosteroneLH
- 40. Multiple ChoiceGland that releases melatoninPinealHypothalamusThyroidPituitary
- 41. Multiple ChoiceHormone that stimulates the formation of the placentaTestosteroneProgesteroneEstrogenFSH
- 42. Multiple ChoiceHormone that increases salt reabsorptionADHErythropoietinFSHAldosterone
- 43. Multiple ChoiceHormone that regulates fat, lipids and sugar metabolismEpinephrineGlucocorticoidsAldosteroneThyroxine
- 44. Multiple ChoiceHormone that stimulates milk synthesisProlactinEstrogenProgesteronAldosterone
- 45. Multiple Choice
Luteinizing hormone (LH) is secreted by which gland and what is its function?
pituitary gland (anterior); in females, stimulates ovulation and controls menstruation; in males, stimulates the production of testosterone.
pituitary gland (anterior); stimulates the thyroid gland and helps regulate thyroid function
pituitary gland (posterior); stimulates the kidneys to retain water and constricts blood vessels
pituitary gland (anterior); helps regulate reproductive processes including puberty
- 46. Multiple Choice
Parathyroid hormone (PTH) is secreted by which gland and what is its function?
pituitary gland (anterior); helps regulate reproductive processes including puberty
pituitary gland (posterior); stimulates the kidneys to retain water and constricts blood vessels
parathyroid glands; increases blood calcium levels and stimulates the breakdown of bone
pituitary gland (anterior); stimulates the thyroid gland and helps regulate thyroid function
- 47. Multiple Choice
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is secreted by which gland and what is its function?
pituitary gland (anterior); helps regulate reproductive processes including puberty
pituitary gland (posterior); stimulates the kidneys to retain water and constricts blood vessels
pituitary gland (anterior); stimulates milk production and breast development in females
pituitary gland (anterior); stimulates the thyroid gland and helps regulate thyroid function
- 48. Multiple Choice
Which hormone is secreted by the adrenal glands (adrenal medulla); and the function intensifies stress and triggers the body's "fight-or-flight" response, causing increased heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration?
cortisol
luteinizing hormone (LH)
epinephrine (adrenaline)
aldosterone
- 49. Multiple Choice
Which hormone is secreted by the ovaries; and the function stimulates the development of female secondary sex characteristics and regulates the female reproductive system?
progesterone
testosterone
estrogen
aldosterone
- 50. Multiple Choice
Cortisol is secreted by which gland and what is its function?
adrenal glands (adrenal cortex); regulates blood glucose levels and helps metabolize carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
adrenal glands (adrenal cortex); regulates blood pressure, electrolyte concentrations, and fluid volume in the body
pituitary gland (anterior); stimulates milk production and breast development in females
adrenal glands (adrenal medulla); intensifies stress and triggers the body's "fight-or-flight" response, causing increased heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration
- 51. Multiple Choice
Insulin is secreted by which gland and what is its function?
ovaries; stimulates the development of female secondary sex characteristics and regulates the female reproductive system
pancreas; regulates the absorption of glucose into blood cells, decreasing blood glucose levels
testes; stimulates the development of male secondary sex characteristics and promotes sperm production
pituitary gland (anterior); stimulates milk production and breast development in females
- 52. Multiple ChoiceLetter H is pointing to the ___.ThyroidParathyroidPancreasAdrenal Glands
- 53. Multiple ChoiceLetter D is pointing to the ___.thyroidparathyroidthymuspituitary gland
- 54. Multiple ChoiceWhere are the adrenal glands located?On each side of the larynxOn top of the kidneysOn top of the heartIn the inner ears
- 55. Multiple ChoiceThe hormone that causes calcium to be deposited in bone is ___.calcitoninparathyroid hormonethyroxineinsulin
- 56. Multiple Choice
Letter I is pointing to
Testes
Oviducts
Ovaries
Adrenals
- 57. Multiple Choice
Letter J is pointing to
Ovaries
Pineal Gland
Adrenal
Testes
- 58. Multiple Choice
Letter E is pointing to
Thymus
Pineal Gland
Adrenal
Parathyroids
- 59. Multiple Choice
Feedback loops are important because they allow organisms and the environment to
change based on new inputs
fall apart
change based on new outputs
maintain balance
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