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What is the main concern of endocrine physiology?
What is the main concern of endocrine physiology?
- Controlling body temperature
- Maintaining various aspects of homeostasis (correct)
- Regulating the circulatory system
- Promoting physical fitness
Where does the word 'hormone' originate from?
Where does the word 'hormone' originate from?
- Arabic, meaning 'control'
- Latin, meaning 'balance'
- Sanskrit, meaning 'energy'
- Greek, meaning 'to set in motion' (correct)
How does the endocrine system differ from other physiological systems?
How does the endocrine system differ from other physiological systems?
- It operates as a distributed network (correct)
- It is defined by clear anatomical boundaries
- It is solely controlled by the autonomic nervous system
- It has no connection to the central nervous system
Which physiological systems influence the endocrine system?
Which physiological systems influence the endocrine system?
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What does the term 'hormones' act as in control mechanisms?
What does the term 'hormones' act as in control mechanisms?
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