BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
Questions + Review Qs & As
Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels in the body?
Testosterone
Growth hormone
Estrogen
Insulin Correct Ans-Insulin
Which is a primary endocrine organ?
Pineal gland
Testes
Heart
Thyroid gland Correct Ans-Thyroid gland
, BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
Questions + Review Qs & As
The thyroid gland is classified as a primary endocrine gland.
The heart, testes, and pineal gland are classified as secondary endocrine glands.
All target cells
have receptors to which hormones bind
are found in the blood
secrete hormones
produce their own hormones Correct Ans-have receptors to which hormones bind
All target cells have receptors to which hormones bind. While some can produce their own
hormones, that is not a required characteristic of a target cell.
All of the following are considered the general functions of the endocrine system, except
, BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
Questions + Review Qs & As
regulation of metabolism
regulation of reproductive functions
maintenance of blood pressure
secretion of neurotransmitters Correct Ans-secretion of neurotransmitters
What is a major function of the endocrine system?
- Communicates directly with target cells through the use of neurotransmitters
- Secretes products into ducts that lead to body surfaces or cavities
- Releases hormones into the bloodstream to reach receptors on target cells
- Produces immediate, short-lasting effects Correct Ans-- Releases hormones into the
bloodstream to reach receptors on target cells
, BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
Questions + Review Qs & As
Which body systems have mechanisms of regulation? Select all that apply.
Nervous
Endocrine
Muscular
Digestive Correct Ans-Nervous
Endocrine
The nervous system utilizes nerves to regulate the body systems, and the endocrine system
utilizes hormones for regulation.
How do endocrine glands differ from exocrine glands?
- Endocrine glands release hormones, whereas exocrine glands release waste.
Questions + Review Qs & As
Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels in the body?
Testosterone
Growth hormone
Estrogen
Insulin Correct Ans-Insulin
Which is a primary endocrine organ?
Pineal gland
Testes
Heart
Thyroid gland Correct Ans-Thyroid gland
, BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
Questions + Review Qs & As
The thyroid gland is classified as a primary endocrine gland.
The heart, testes, and pineal gland are classified as secondary endocrine glands.
All target cells
have receptors to which hormones bind
are found in the blood
secrete hormones
produce their own hormones Correct Ans-have receptors to which hormones bind
All target cells have receptors to which hormones bind. While some can produce their own
hormones, that is not a required characteristic of a target cell.
All of the following are considered the general functions of the endocrine system, except
, BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
Questions + Review Qs & As
regulation of metabolism
regulation of reproductive functions
maintenance of blood pressure
secretion of neurotransmitters Correct Ans-secretion of neurotransmitters
What is a major function of the endocrine system?
- Communicates directly with target cells through the use of neurotransmitters
- Secretes products into ducts that lead to body surfaces or cavities
- Releases hormones into the bloodstream to reach receptors on target cells
- Produces immediate, short-lasting effects Correct Ans-- Releases hormones into the
bloodstream to reach receptors on target cells
, BIOS 252: Week 6 - Endocrine System Part 1|Edapt
Questions + Review Qs & As
Which body systems have mechanisms of regulation? Select all that apply.
Nervous
Endocrine
Muscular
Digestive Correct Ans-Nervous
Endocrine
The nervous system utilizes nerves to regulate the body systems, and the endocrine system
utilizes hormones for regulation.
How do endocrine glands differ from exocrine glands?
- Endocrine glands release hormones, whereas exocrine glands release waste.
