Lesson 13 Flashcards
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What is the primary focus of Bio232 lesson 13?
The primary focus is on the human endocrine system.
True or False: Hormones are secreted directly into the bloodstream.
True.
Fill in the blank: The __________ gland is known as the ‘master gland’ of the endocrine system.
pituitary
What are the two main types of hormones?
Steroid hormones and peptide hormones.
Which gland produces insulin?
The pancreas.
Multiple Choice: Which hormone regulates metabolism?
Thyroid hormone.
True or False: The adrenal glands are located on top of the kidneys.
True.
What is the role of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?
It regulates the pituitary gland and maintains homeostasis.
Multiple Choice: Which hormone is responsible for the fight or flight response?
Epinephrine.
Fill in the blank: The __________ gland secretes hormones that control stress responses.
adrenal
What is the function of glucagon?
To raise blood glucose levels.
True or False: The thyroid gland is involved in calcium regulation.
True.
What is the effect of oxytocin?
It stimulates uterine contractions and milk ejection.
Multiple Choice: Which hormone is involved in water balance?
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH).
Fill in the blank: The __________ hormone stimulates growth and cell reproduction.
growth
What triggers the release of hormones from endocrine glands?
Various stimuli including hormonal, neural, and humoral signals.
True or False: Hormones can affect multiple organs simultaneously.
True.
What is the primary function of the parathyroid hormone?
To increase blood calcium levels.
Multiple Choice: Which hormone is produced by the ovaries?
Estrogen.
Fill in the blank: The __________ axis refers to the interaction between the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands.
hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal
What is the role of feedback mechanisms in hormone regulation?
To maintain homeostasis by regulating hormone levels.
True or False: All hormones are proteins.
False.
What is the primary hormone produced by the testes?
Testosterone.
Fill in the blank: The __________ system works closely with the nervous system to maintain homeostasis.
endocrine
