Question 1

Hypothalamic hypophysiotropic hormones cause the release of oxytocin and vasopressin from the posterior pituitary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which statement about hypophysiotropic hormones is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

A) Each hormone influences only one anterior pituitary hormone. 
B) All of them stimulate the release of anterior pituitary hormones. 
C) They are also produced outside of the hypothalamus, where they serve different functions. 
D) They are secreted into the general circulation. 
E) None of the above 
A) Each hormone influences only one anterior pituitary hormone. 
B) All of them stimulate the release of anterior pituitary hormones. 
C) They are also produced outside of the hypothalamus, where they serve different functions. 
D) They are secreted into the general circulation. 
E) None of the above

Question 3

Indicate whether the characteristics below apply to the endocrine system, the nervous system, or both by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
a.Endocrine system
b.Nervous system
c.Endocrine and nervous systems
-Has an influence on another major control system

Accepted Answer

The answer of Indicate whether the characteristics below apply to...

Question 4

One of the effects of the growth hormone is the control of fat metabolism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

_________ has been nicknamed the "love hormone".

Accepted Answer

A) FSH 
B) Testosterone 
C) Estrogen 
D) Oxytocin 
E) LH 
A) FSH 
B) Testosterone 
C) Estrogen 
D) Oxytocin 
E) LH

Question 6

With ____________________, one hormone must be present in adequate amounts for the full exertion of another hormone's effect.

Accepted Answer

The answer of With ____________________, one hormone must be present...

Question 7

Growth hormone, via IGF-1, promotes the lengthening of long bones by stimulating chondrocyte division on the diaphysis side of an epiphyseal plate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which statement is incorrect?

Accepted Answer

A) A single endocrine gland may produce multiple hormones. 
B) A single target cell may be influenced by more than one hormone. 
C) A single hormone can influence only one type of target cell. 
D) An endocrine organ may secrete non-endocrine substances in addition to hormones. 
E) The same hormone may be secreted by more than one endocrine gland. 
A) A single endocrine gland may produce multiple hormones. 
B) A single target cell may be influenced by more than one hormone. 
C) A single hormone can influence only one type of target cell. 
D) An endocrine organ may secrete non-endocrine substances in addition to hormones. 
E) The same hormone may be secreted by more than one endocrine gland.

Question 9

The role of MSH in humans is well understood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Growth hormone secretion increases markedly about an hour after the onset of deep sleep.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The specific site upon which a hormone exerts its effect is referred to as a(n) ____________________ cell.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The specific site upon which a hormone...

Question 12

All amine hormones are hydrophilic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Match the description with the types of bone cells below by writing the appropriate letters in the blanks.
a.Osteocytes
b.Osteoblasts
c.Osteoclasts
-Stimulated by growth hormone

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the description with the types of...

Question 14

The ____________________ hormones are derived from tyrosine.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________________ hormones are derived from tyrosine....

Question 15

Melatonin is an antioxidant that

Accepted Answer

A) accelerates metabolism 
B) defends against free radicals 
C) lowers the concentration of blood sugar 
D) serves as a secondary messenger 
E) stimulates reduction reactions 
A) accelerates metabolism 
B) defends against free radicals 
C) lowers the concentration of blood sugar 
D) serves as a secondary messenger 
E) stimulates reduction reactions

Question 16

The anterior pituitary

Accepted Answer

A) is also known as the neurohypophysis 
B) is composed primarily of nervous tissue 
C) primarily secretes tropic hormones 
D) is both a and b 
E) has characteristics b and c 
A) is also known as the neurohypophysis 
B) is composed primarily of nervous tissue 
C) primarily secretes tropic hormones 
D) is both a and b 
E) has characteristics b and c

Question 17

Indicate whether the characteristics below apply to the endocrine system, the nervous system, or both by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
a.Endocrine system
b.Nervous system
c.Endocrine and nervous systems
-Speed of response is long (minutes to days or longer)

Accepted Answer

The answer of Indicate whether the characteristics below apply to...

Question 18

Unlike ____________________ hormones, which are hydrophilic, steroid hormones are not stored after their formation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Unlike ____________________ hormones, which are hydrophilic, steroid...

Question 19

Describe circadian rhythms and the roles played by the SCN, clock proteins, melanopsin, and melatonin to control them.

Accepted Answer

a circadian rhythm is repetitive oscilla

Question 20

LH stimulates the

Accepted Answer

A) cells that destroy the cells of Leydig 
B) enlargement of the follicles 
C) development of the hypothalamus 
D) formation of the corpus luteum 
E) water balance in the kidney 
A) cells that destroy the cells of Leydig 
B) enlargement of the follicles 
C) development of the hypothalamus 
D) formation of the corpus luteum 
E) water balance in the kidney

Hypothalamic hypophysiotropic hormones cause the release of oxytocin and vasopressin from the posterior pituitary.

Which statement about hypophysiotropic hormones is/are correct?

Indicate whether the characteristics below apply to the endocrine system, the nervous system, or both by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: a.Endocrine system b.Nervous system c.Endocrine and nervous systems -Has an influence on another major control system

One of the effects of the growth hormone is the control of fat metabolism.

_________ has been nicknamed the "love hormone".

With ____________________, one hormone must be present in adequate amounts for the full exertion of another hormone's effect.

Growth hormone, via IGF-1, promotes the lengthening of long bones by stimulating chondrocyte division on the diaphysis side of an epiphyseal plate.

Which statement is incorrect?

The role of MSH in humans is well understood.

Growth hormone secretion increases markedly about an hour after the onset of deep sleep.

The specific site upon which a hormone exerts its effect is referred to as a(n) ____________________ cell.

All amine hormones are hydrophilic.

Match the description with the types of bone cells below by writing the appropriate letters in the blanks. a.Osteocytes b.Osteoblasts c.Osteoclasts -Stimulated by growth hormone

The ____________________ hormones are derived from tyrosine.

Melatonin is an antioxidant that

The anterior pituitary

Unlike ____________________ hormones, which are hydrophilic, steroid hormones are not stored after their formation.

Describe circadian rhythms and the roles played by the SCN, clock proteins, melanopsin, and melatonin to control them.

LH stimulates the

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Exam 18: Principles of Endocrinology: the Central Endocrine Glands

Hypothalamic hypophysiotropic hormones cause the release of oxytocin and vasopressin from the posterior pituitary.

Which statement about hypophysiotropic hormones is/are correct?

Indicate whether the characteristics below apply to the endocrine system, the nervous system, or both by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: a.Endocrine system b.Nervous system c.Endocrine and nervous systems -Has an influence on another major control system

One of the effects of the growth hormone is the control of fat metabolism.

_________ has been nicknamed the "love hormone".

With ____________________, one hormone must be present in adequate amounts for the full exertion of another hormone's effect.

Growth hormone, via IGF-1, promotes the lengthening of long bones by stimulating chondrocyte division on the diaphysis side of an epiphyseal plate.

Which statement is incorrect?

The role of MSH in humans is well understood.

Growth hormone secretion increases markedly about an hour after the onset of deep sleep.

The specific site upon which a hormone exerts its effect is referred to as a(n) ____________________ cell.

All amine hormones are hydrophilic.

Match the description with the types of bone cells below by writing the appropriate letters in the blanks. a.Osteocytes b.Osteoblasts c.Osteoclasts -Stimulated by growth hormone

The ____________________ hormones are derived from tyrosine.

Melatonin is an antioxidant that

The anterior pituitary

Unlike ____________________ hormones, which are hydrophilic, steroid hormones are not stored after their formation.

Describe circadian rhythms and the roles played by the SCN, clock proteins, melanopsin, and melatonin to control them.

LH stimulates the

Introduction to Physiology and Homeostasis

Cell Physiology

The Plasma Membrane and Membrane Potential

Principles of Neural and Hormonal Communication

The Central Nervous System

The Peripheral Nervous System: Afferent Division Special Senses

The Peripheral Nervous System: Efferent Division

Muscle Physiology

Cardiac Physiology

The Blood Vessels and Blood Pressure

The Blood

Body Defenses

The Respiratory System

The Urinary System

Fluid and Acid-Base Balance

The Digestive System

Energy Balance and Temperature Regulation

The Peripheral Endocrine Glands

The Reproductive System

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