QUIZ 2

Question 1

The endocrine system

Answer 1

directs long term processes such as pregnancy and puberty.

Question 2

A sudoriferous gland is

Answer 2

NOT an endocrine gland.

Question 3

The gall bladder

Answer 3

DOES NOT contain endocrine tissue.

Question 4

Eicosanoids, amines, peptides and proteins are part of the class of hormones

Answer 4

that is water-soluble.

Question 5

Calcitonin and parathyroid hormones have

Answer 5

opposite effects on blood Ca2+ level, therefore they are considered to be antagonist.

Question 6

Hormone secretion is regulated by the

Answer 6

nervous system; by other hormones; and by changes in blood composition.

Question 7

ADH is also called

Answer 7

vasopressin; inhibits loss of water via urination; decreases loss of water via perspiration; and helps regulate blood pressure.

Question 8

The adrenal glands:

Answer 8

1) lie superior and medial to the kidneys;
2) have an inner medulla derived from embryonic ectoderm;
3) have an outer cortex that secretes hormones critical to maintenance of homeostasis.

Question 9

A six-year old spent the day eating sweets. He ate cookies for breakfast, ice cream for lunch and candy for supper. His body

Answer 9

maintains his blood glucose level within normal range by increasing insulin secretion.

Question 10

The fight-or-flight response:

Answer 10

is the body’s immediate response to a real or perceived threat to survival; elevates heart and respiration rates and blood glucose level; decreases urinary and digestive functions