Endocrine And Nervous System

Question 1

What are the two main systems that coordinate the body’s functions?

Answer 1

The endocrine system and the nervous system.

Question 2

True or False: The endocrine system uses hormones to send messages throughout the body.

Answer 2

True.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The __________ system is responsible for rapid responses to stimuli.

Answer 3

nervous

Question 4

What is the primary function of the endocrine system?

Answer 4

To regulate long-term changes in the body, such as growth and metabolism.

Question 5

Which gland is known as the ‘master gland’ of the endocrine system?

Answer 5

The pituitary gland.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a hormone? A) Insulin B) Adrenaline C) Neuron D) Thyroxine

Answer 6

C) Neuron.

Question 7

What type of signaling does the nervous system primarily use?

Answer 7

Electrical signaling via action potentials.

Question 8

True or False: Hormones can act on distant target cells in the body.

Answer 8

True.

Question 9

What is homeostasis?

Answer 9

The maintenance of a stable internal environment in the body.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The __________ gland produces adrenaline.

Answer 10

adrenal

Question 11

What is the role of neurotransmitters?

Answer 11

To transmit signals across synapses between neurons.

Question 12

Multiple Choice: Which of the following hormones is produced by the pancreas? A) Cortisol B) Insulin C) Estrogen D) Testosterone

Answer 12

B) Insulin.

Question 13

What part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?

Answer 13

The dendrites.

Question 14

True or False: The hypothalamus links the nervous system to the endocrine system.

Answer 14

True.

Question 15

What is the function of the thyroid gland?

Answer 15

To regulate metabolism through the production of thyroid hormones.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The __________ nervous system prepares the body for ‘fight or flight’ responses.

Answer 16

sympathetic

Question 17

What is a synapse?

Answer 17

The junction between two neurons where neurotransmitters are released.

Question 18

Multiple Choice: Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels? A) Glucagon B) Testosterone C) Progesterone D) Melatonin

Answer 18

A) Glucagon.

Question 19

What is the primary function of the adrenal glands?

Answer 19

To produce hormones that help regulate metabolism, immune response, and stress.

Question 20

True or False: The nervous system can respond to stimuli more quickly than the endocrine system.

Answer 20

True.

Question 21

What is the role of the cerebellum in the nervous system?

Answer 21

To coordinate voluntary movements and maintain posture and balance.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: The __________ nervous system controls involuntary actions.

Answer 22

autonomic

Question 23

What are endocrine glands?

Answer 23

Glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.

Question 24

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a function of the nervous system? A) Hormone production B) Reflex actions C) Metabolic regulation D) All of the above

Answer 24

B) Reflex actions.

Question 25

What is the function of the pituitary gland?

Answer 25

To regulate other endocrine glands and produce hormones that control growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

Question 26

True or False: The endocrine system can have long-lasting effects compared to the nervous system.

Answer 26

True.