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BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
Questions + Review Qs & As


Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels in the body?




Testosterone


Growth hormone


Estrogen


Insulin Correct Ans-Insulin




Which is a primary endocrine organ?




Pineal gland


Testes


Heart


Thyroid gland Correct Ans-Thyroid gland

, BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
Questions + Review Qs & As


The thyroid gland is classified as a primary endocrine gland.


The heart, testes, and pineal gland are classified as secondary endocrine glands.




All target cells




have receptors to which hormones bind


are found in the blood


secrete hormones


produce their own hormones Correct Ans-have receptors to which hormones bind




All target cells have receptors to which hormones bind. While some can produce their own


hormones, that is not a required characteristic of a target cell.




All of the following are considered the general functions of the endocrine system, except

, BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
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regulation of metabolism


regulation of reproductive functions


maintenance of blood pressure


secretion of neurotransmitters Correct Ans-secretion of neurotransmitters




What is a major function of the endocrine system?




- Communicates directly with target cells through the use of neurotransmitters


- Secretes products into ducts that lead to body surfaces or cavities


- Releases hormones into the bloodstream to reach receptors on target cells


- Produces immediate, short-lasting effects Correct Ans-- Releases hormones into the


bloodstream to reach receptors on target cells

, BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
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Which body systems have mechanisms of regulation? Select all that apply.




Nervous


Endocrine


Muscular


Digestive Correct Ans-Nervous


Endocrine




The nervous system utilizes nerves to regulate the body systems, and the endocrine system


utilizes hormones for regulation.




How do endocrine glands differ from exocrine glands?




- Endocrine glands release hormones, whereas exocrine glands release waste.

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