Practice Test 2 Improvements Flashcards

(6 cards)

1
Q

What does the thyroid gland do?

A

The thyroid gland release thyroxine directly into the blood. Thyroxine then travels into the bloodstream to its target organ

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2
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Where is the thyroid gland located in the body?

A

Around the throat area

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3
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What does the pituitary gland do?

A

The pituitary gland produced the hormones that act on other glands. This directs the glands to release hormones which bring about change

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4
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Why does a certain attribute become more common in a species population using the idea of natural selection?

A

A mutation occurs which gives the species a better survival factor. These animals live to reproduce. The genes for this better survival factor will be passed onto the next generation.

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5
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What are the main differences between voluntary and involuntary reflexes?

A

Involu

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6
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Typing in a randomly hung do

A

Shsjsj to skqo what ak fjs

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