Endocrine System Hormones Quiz
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What are steroid hormones primarily derived from?

  • Fatty acids
  • Cholesterol (correct)
  • Amino acids
  • Proteins
  • Steroid hormones cannot pass through the plasma membranes of target cells.

    False

    Name one example of an amino acid derivative hormone.

    Adrenaline

    Amino acid derivative hormones bind with ______ carriers in blood circulation.

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

    Match the following hormones with their chemical nature:

    <p>Testosterone = Steroid Hormone T3 = Amino Acid Derivative Hormone Estrogen = Steroid Hormone Adrenaline = Amino Acid Derivative Hormone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about peptide hormones is true?

    <p>They are transported in circulation in an unbound state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Peptide hormones can pass across the plasma membrane of target cells.

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

    Name two examples of peptide hormones.

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

    Insulin is a type of _____ hormone.

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

    Match the following peptide hormones with their functions:

    <p>Insulin = Regulates blood sugar levels Glucagon = Increases blood sugar levels Calcitonin = Lowers blood calcium levels Pituitary hormones = Regulates various endocrine functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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