Types Of Glands And There Functions

Question 1

What are glands?

Answer 1

Glands are specialized organs that produce and secrete substances such as hormones, enzymes, or other fluids.

Question 2

What is the primary function of endocrine glands?

Answer 2

The primary function of endocrine glands is to secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.

Question 3

True or False: Exocrine glands secrete their products into ducts.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The ________ gland is known as the ‘master gland’ because it regulates other endocrine glands.

Answer 4

pituitary

Question 5

Name one example of an exocrine gland.

Answer 5

Salivary gland

Question 6

What type of gland is the thyroid gland?

Answer 6

Endocrine gland

Question 7

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of glands? A) Secretion of hormones B) Regulation of body temperature C) Production of enzymes D) Absorption of nutrients

Answer 7

D) Absorption of nutrients

Question 8

What do sebaceous glands secrete?

Answer 8

Sebum (oil)

Question 9

True or False: The pancreas has both endocrine and exocrine functions.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

What is the role of adrenal glands?

Answer 10

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

Question 11

Fill in the blank: ________ glands release hormones that regulate growth and metabolism.

Answer 11

Endocrine

Question 12

What is the main difference between endocrine and exocrine glands?

Answer 12

Endocrine glands secrete hormones into the bloodstream, while exocrine glands secrete their products into ducts.

Question 13

Name the gland responsible for regulating calcium levels in the blood.

Answer 13

Parathyroid gland

Question 14

Multiple choice: Which of the following glands is responsible for the production of insulin? A) Thyroid B) Pancreas C) Pituitary D) Adrenal

Answer 14

B) Pancreas

Question 15

True or False: Hormones are secreted by exocrine glands.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

What substance do sweat glands produce?

Answer 16

Sweat

Question 17

Fill in the blank: The ________ gland produces adrenaline.

Answer 17

adrenal

Question 18

What type of gland is the pituitary gland?

Answer 18

Endocrine gland

Question 19

What is the function of the thymus gland?

Answer 19

The thymus gland produces hormones that are important for immune function and the development of T-cells.

Question 20

Multiple choice: Which gland is located in the neck and regulates metabolism? A) Thyroid B) Adrenal C) Pineal D) Pituitary

Answer 20

A) Thyroid

Question 21

What do lacrimal glands produce?

Answer 21

Tears

Question 22

True or False: The hypothalamus plays a role in regulating the pituitary gland.

Answer 22

True

Question 23

What is the primary secretion of the salivary glands?

Answer 23

Saliva

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The ________ gland is located at the base of the brain and controls various endocrine functions.

Answer 24

pituitary

Question 25

What is the function of the gonads?

Answer 25

Gonads produce sex hormones and gametes (sperm and eggs).

Question 26

Multiple choice: Which of the following glands is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels? A) Thyroid B) Pancreas C) Liver D) Adrenal

Answer 26

B) Pancreas