Question 1

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is caused by

Accepted Answer

A)  excess sugar in the diet. 
B)  obesity. 
C)  an autoimmune disease. 
D)  an effect of aging. 
E)  a defect in antidiuretic hormone secretion. 
A)  excess sugar in the diet. 
B)  obesity. 
C)  an autoimmune disease. 
D)  an effect of aging. 
E)  a defect in antidiuretic hormone secretion. C

Question 2

Which control pathway was responsible for the adrenaline release Goldilocks experienced when she woke up surrounded by 3 bears?

Accepted Answer

A)  The hypothalamus and pituitary stimulated a peripheral endocrine gland. 
B)  The nervous system directly stimulated an endocrine gland. 
C)  Changing plasma levels of a substance directly stimulated an endocrine gland. 
A)  The hypothalamus and pituitary stimulated a peripheral endocrine gland. 
B)  The nervous system directly stimulated an endocrine gland. 
C)  Changing plasma levels of a substance directly stimulated an endocrine gland. B

Question 3

Cretinism is caused by

Accepted Answer

A)  hypothyroidism. 
B)  hyperthyroidism. 
C)  hypoparathyroidism. 
D)  hyperparathyroidism. 
E)  low levels of calcitonin. 
A)  hypothyroidism. 
B)  hyperthyroidism. 
C)  hypoparathyroidism. 
D)  hyperparathyroidism. 
E)  low levels of calcitonin. A

Question 4

__________ secretions,sometimes called "local hormones," only affect neighboring cells.

Accepted Answer

A)  Exocrine 
B)  Apocrine 
C)  Autocrine 
D)  Paracrine 
A)  Exocrine 
B)  Apocrine 
C)  Autocrine 
D)  Paracrine

Question 5

Hypophyseal capillary beds allow hypothalamic hormones to act on target cells in the anterior pituitary gland.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Cyclic AMP is produced from molecules of _________ as a result of enzymatic action.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cyclic AMP is produced from molecules of...

Question 7

Glands that release their secretion into ducts leading to a body surface are called __________ glands.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Glands that release their secretion into ducts...

Question 8

Aldosterone promotes the homeostasis of ions by causing the kidneys to

Accepted Answer

A)  conserve sodium and excrete potassium. 
B)  excrete sodium and conserve potassium. 
C)  excrete sodium and potassium. 
D)  conserve sodium and potassium. 
E)  secrete erythropoietin. 
A)  conserve sodium and excrete potassium. 
B)  excrete sodium and conserve potassium. 
C)  excrete sodium and potassium. 
D)  conserve sodium and potassium. 
E)  secrete erythropoietin.

Question 9

Hormone binding to its membrane receptor may cause increased permeability to sodium ions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

In response to high blood calcium levels,the thyroid gland releases a hormone that works to lower blood calcium.This is an example of which endocrine control method?

Accepted Answer

A)  The hypothalamus and pituitary stimulate a peripheral endocrine gland. 
B)  The nervous system stimulates a gland directly. 
C)  Changing plasma levels of a substance stimulate a gland directly. 
A)  The hypothalamus and pituitary stimulate a peripheral endocrine gland. 
B)  The nervous system stimulates a gland directly. 
C)  Changing plasma levels of a substance stimulate a gland directly.

Question 11

T4 is 5 times more potent than T3.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The secretion of hormones from the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland is largely controlled by

Accepted Answer

A)  releasing hormones from the hypothalamus. 
B)  impulses from the autonomic nervous system. 
C)  impulses from the hypothalamus. 
D)  hormones from the posterior pituitary gland. 
E)  plasma concentrations of glucose. 
A)  releasing hormones from the hypothalamus. 
B)  impulses from the autonomic nervous system. 
C)  impulses from the hypothalamus. 
D)  hormones from the posterior pituitary gland. 
E)  plasma concentrations of glucose.

Question 13

The main pancreatic duct runs the entire length of the pancreas and delivers insulin and other hormones into the small intestine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

ACTH is released during the __________ stage of stress.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ACTH is released during the __________ stage...

Question 15

Epinephrine and norepinephrine are released during the __________ stage of stress.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Epinephrine and norepinephrine are released during the...

Question 16

The inner region of this endocrine gland produces hormones associated with fight or flight effects.

Accepted Answer

A)  thyroid 
B)  pancreas 
C)  hypothalamus 
D)  adrenal 
E)  ovary 
A)  thyroid 
B)  pancreas 
C)  hypothalamus 
D)  adrenal 
E)  ovary

Question 17

What gland or organ below produces and releases both exocrine and endocrine secretions?

Accepted Answer

A)  liver 
B)  heart 
C)  pancreas 
D)  thyroid 
A)  liver 
B)  heart 
C)  pancreas 
D)  thyroid

Question 18

Hormone concentrations are regulated by

Accepted Answer

A)  positive feedback mechanisms. 
B)  negative feedback mechanisms. 
C)  nervous system control. 
D)  levels of substances in the blood. 
E)  all of the above. 
A)  positive feedback mechanisms. 
B)  negative feedback mechanisms. 
C)  nervous system control. 
D)  levels of substances in the blood. 
E)  all of the above.

Question 19

Mental retardation or even death may result from insufficient levels of thyroxine in infants and children.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

After a meal,glucose levels in the blood rise and in response,the pancreas releases a hormone to lower blood glucose.This is an example of which control path?

Accepted Answer

A)  The hypothalamus and pituitary stimulate a peripheral endocrine gland. 
B)  The nervous system stimulates a gland directly. 
C)  Changing plasma levels of a substance stimulate a gland directly. 
A)  The hypothalamus and pituitary stimulate a peripheral endocrine gland. 
B)  The nervous system stimulates a gland directly. 
C)  Changing plasma levels of a substance stimulate a gland directly.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is caused by

Which control pathway was responsible for the adrenaline release Goldilocks experienced when she woke up surrounded by 3 bears?

Cretinism is caused by

__________ secretions,sometimes called "local hormones," only affect neighboring cells.

Hypophyseal capillary beds allow hypothalamic hormones to act on target cells in the anterior pituitary gland.

Cyclic AMP is produced from molecules of _________ as a result of enzymatic action.

Glands that release their secretion into ducts leading to a body surface are called __________ glands.

Aldosterone promotes the homeostasis of ions by causing the kidneys to

Hormone binding to its membrane receptor may cause increased permeability to sodium ions.

In response to high blood calcium levels,the thyroid gland releases a hormone that works to lower blood calcium.This is an example of which endocrine control method?

T₄ is 5 times more potent than T₃.

The secretion of hormones from the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland is largely controlled by

The main pancreatic duct runs the entire length of the pancreas and delivers insulin and other hormones into the small intestine.

ACTH is released during the __________ stage of stress.

Epinephrine and norepinephrine are released during the __________ stage of stress.

The inner region of this endocrine gland produces hormones associated with fight or flight effects.

What gland or organ below produces and releases both exocrine and endocrine secretions?

Hormone concentrations are regulated by

Mental retardation or even death may result from insufficient levels of thyroxine in infants and children.

After a meal,glucose levels in the blood rise and in response,the pancreas releases a hormone to lower blood glucose.This is an example of which control path?

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Exam 11: Endocrine System

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is caused by

Which control pathway was responsible for the adrenaline release Goldilocks experienced when she woke up surrounded by 3 bears?

Cretinism is caused by

__________ secretions,sometimes called "local hormones," only affect neighboring cells.

Hypophyseal capillary beds allow hypothalamic hormones to act on target cells in the anterior pituitary gland.

Cyclic AMP is produced from molecules of _________ as a result of enzymatic action.

Glands that release their secretion into ducts leading to a body surface are called __________ glands.

Aldosterone promotes the homeostasis of ions by causing the kidneys to

Hormone binding to its membrane receptor may cause increased permeability to sodium ions.

In response to high blood calcium levels,the thyroid gland releases a hormone that works to lower blood calcium.This is an example of which endocrine control method?

T4 is 5 times more potent than T3.

The secretion of hormones from the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland is largely controlled by

The main pancreatic duct runs the entire length of the pancreas and delivers insulin and other hormones into the small intestine.

ACTH is released during the __________ stage of stress.

Epinephrine and norepinephrine are released during the __________ stage of stress.

The inner region of this endocrine gland produces hormones associated with fight or flight effects.

What gland or organ below produces and releases both exocrine and endocrine secretions?

Hormone concentrations are regulated by

Mental retardation or even death may result from insufficient levels of thyroxine in infants and children.

After a meal,glucose levels in the blood rise and in response,the pancreas releases a hormone to lower blood glucose.This is an example of which control path?

Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology

Chemical Basis of Life

Cells

Cellular Metabolism

Tissues

Integumentary System

Skeletal System

Muscular System

Nervous System

The Senses

Blood

Cardiovascular System

Lymphatic System and Immunity

Digestive System and Nutrition

Respiratory System

Urinary System

Water, electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance

Reproductive Systems

Pregnancy, growth, development, and Genetics

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T₄ is 5 times more potent than T₃.