endo + exocrine systems

Question 1

What is the primary function of the endocrine system?

Answer 1

To regulate bodily functions through hormones.

Question 2

True or False: The endocrine system uses ducts to secrete hormones.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Hormones are chemical messengers that are secreted directly into the _______.

Answer 3

bloodstream

Question 4

What are glands that secrete hormones called?

Answer 4

Endocrine glands

Question 5

Which gland is known as the ‘master gland’?

Answer 5

Pituitary gland

Question 6

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of hormones? A) Growth regulation B) Metabolism regulation C) Digestion of food D) Mood stabilization

Answer 6

C) Digestion of food

Question 7

What is the role of the thyroid gland?

Answer 7

To regulate metabolism.

Question 8

True or False: The exocrine system secretes substances through ducts.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Fill in the blank: The pancreas has both endocrine and _______ functions.

Answer 9

exocrine

Question 10

What hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

Answer 10

Insulin

Question 11

Which endocrine gland is located on top of the kidneys?

Answer 11

Adrenal glands

Question 12

Multiple choice: Which hormone is produced by the adrenal cortex? A) Cortisol B) Insulin C) Adrenaline D) Thyroxine

Answer 12

A) Cortisol

Question 13

What is the function of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?

Answer 13

To link the nervous system to the endocrine system and regulate the pituitary gland.

Question 14

True or False: Exocrine glands include sweat glands and salivary glands.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

Fill in the blank: The _______ gland regulates the body’s circadian rhythms.

Answer 15

Pineal

Question 16

What is the main hormone produced by the ovaries?

Answer 16

Estrogen

Question 17

Multiple choice: Which hormone is primarily involved in the fight or flight response? A) Cortisol B) Adrenaline C) Insulin D) Progesterone

Answer 17

B) Adrenaline

Question 18

What is the primary function of the testes?

Answer 18

To produce sperm and testosterone.

Question 19

True or False: Hormones can only affect cells of the same type.

Answer 19

False

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The _______ is responsible for the production of thyroid hormones.

Answer 20

Thyroid gland

Question 21

What is the role of glucagon?

Answer 21

To raise blood sugar levels.

Question 22

Multiple choice: Which hormone is released from the posterior pituitary gland? A) Growth hormone B) Oxytocin C) Thyroxine D) Cortisol

Answer 22

B) Oxytocin

Question 23

What hormone regulates water balance in the body?

Answer 23

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

Question 24

True or False: The endocrine system responds more slowly than the nervous system.

Answer 24

True

Question 25

Fill in the blank: The _______ gland produces melatonin.

Answer 25

Pineal

Question 26

What is the primary function of the adrenal medulla?

Answer 26

To produce catecholamines like adrenaline.

Question 27

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a steroid hormone? A) Insulin B) Estrogen C) Epinephrine D) Thyroxine

Answer 27

B) Estrogen

Question 28

What is the function of the thymus gland?

Answer 28

To produce hormones that regulate immune function.

Question 29

True or False: Hormones can have multiple effects on different tissues.

Answer 29

True

Question 30

Fill in the blank: The _______ gland is responsible for the production of parathyroid hormone.

Answer 30

Parathyroid

Question 31

What is the effect of insulin on blood glucose levels?

Answer 31

It lowers blood glucose levels.

Question 32

Multiple choice: Which hormone is involved in the regulation of sleep cycles? A) Melatonin B) Cortisol C) Insulin D) Thyroxine

Answer 32

A) Melatonin

Question 33

What is the primary function of the pituitary gland?

Answer 33

To control other endocrine glands and regulate growth and metabolism.

Question 34

True or False: The pancreas is solely an endocrine gland.

Answer 34

False

Question 35

Fill in the blank: The _______ produces hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle.

Answer 35

Ovaries

Question 36

What is the role of the hypothalamic-pituitary axis?

Answer 36

To regulate the secretion of hormones from the pituitary gland.

Question 37

Multiple choice: Which hormone is known as the 'stress hormone'? A) Insulin B) Cortisol C) Thyroxine D) Estrogen

Answer 37

B) Cortisol

Question 38

What is the primary function of the testes in the male reproductive system?

Answer 38

To produce sperm and testosterone.

Question 39

True or False: The endocrine system can influence growth and development.

Answer 39

True

Question 40

Fill in the blank: The _______ gland produces adrenaline.

Answer 40

Adrenal

Question 41

What is the effect of parathyroid hormone on calcium levels?

Answer 41

It raises calcium levels in the blood.

Question 42

Multiple choice: Which of the following hormones is produced by the anterior pituitary gland? A) Oxytocin B) Prolactin C) Melatonin D) Epinephrine

Answer 42

B) Prolactin

Question 43

What hormone is responsible for stimulating milk production?

Answer 43

Prolactin

Question 44

True or False: Hormones can be classified into two main categories: steroid and peptide hormones.

Answer 44

True

Question 45

Fill in the blank: The _______ plays a critical role in the body's stress response.

Answer 45

adrenal glands