Anatomy & Physiology II: Chapter 2 Endocrine System
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What is the primary function of hormones in the human body?

  • To aid in the digestion of food
  • To produce sweat and sebum
  • To regulate metabolic functions of cells (correct)
  • To produce energy

    • Which endocrine gland is located in the thorax?

  • Adrenal gland
  • Pituitary gland
  • Thyroid gland
  • Thymus (correct)

    • Which of the following hormones is NOT involved in the regulation of blood sugar levels?

  • Adrenaline
  • Insulin
  • Glucagon
  • Testosterone (correct)

    • What is the function of the pituitary gland in the endocrine system?

    <p>To stimulate other endocrine glands to secrete their hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a function of the pancreatic islets?

    <p>Regulation of blood sugar levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many adrenal glands are located in the human body?

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone stimulates the growth and division of most body cells?

    <p>Growth hormone (GH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland?

    <p>Releases hormones produced by the hypothalamus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone regulates blood sugar levels?

    <p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target tissue for Adreno Corticotrophic hormone (ACTH)?

    <p>Adrenal cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland consists of two lobes: anterior and posterior?

    <p>Pituitary gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland?

    <p>Regulates the activity of other endocrine glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) secreted by the pituitary gland?

    <p>Stimulates adrenal cortex to secrete cortisol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone secreted by the pituitary gland is responsible for stimulating the development of follicles in ovaries and sperm cell production?

    <p>Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) or Vasopressin secreted by the pituitary gland?

    <p>Maintains body's water balance by increasing water reabsorption in nephrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the shape of the thyroid gland located in the neck?

    <p>Butterfly shaped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cells in the thyroid gland produce thyroxine (T4) and tri-iodothyronine (T3)?

    <p>Follicular cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Prolactin secreted by the pituitary gland?

    <p>Stimulates milk production in mammary glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

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