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Which gland is responsible for regulating the metabolism, water & salt balance, blood pressure, response to stress, and sexual production?
Which gland is responsible for regulating the metabolism, water & salt balance, blood pressure, response to stress, and sexual production?
- Thyroid gland (correct)
- Hypothalamus
- Pituitary gland
- Adrenal gland
Which hormone is used to lower the calcium in the blood?
Which hormone is used to lower the calcium in the blood?
- Parathyroid hormone
- Calcitonin (correct)
- Thyroid hormone
- Adrenaline
Which gland is known as the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?
Which gland is known as the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?
- Hypothalamus
- Thyroid gland
- Adrenal gland
- Pituitary gland (correct)
Which gland is responsible for the regulation of the sleep-wake cycle?
Which gland is responsible for the regulation of the sleep-wake cycle?
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Which gland is responsible for the production of insulin and glucagon?
Which gland is responsible for the production of insulin and glucagon?
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Thyroid gland is not responsible for the regulation of the sleep-wake cycle
Thyroid gland is not responsible for the regulation of the sleep-wake cycle
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The hypothalamus is not part of the endocrine system
The hypothalamus is not part of the endocrine system
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The pineal gland is not involved in the control of circadian rhythm
The pineal gland is not involved in the control of circadian rhythm
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The adrenal gland does not play a role in the response to stress
The adrenal gland does not play a role in the response to stress
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The pancreas is not an endocrine gland
The pancreas is not an endocrine gland
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