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Endocrine Glands Quiz 6 (20 MCQs)

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1. For the endocrine system, The relatively constant internal environment of the body is maintained by
2. What hormone increases the amount of water absorbed by the kidneys thereby decreasing urine amount?
3. When comparing the Endocrine and Nervous System which of the following is a difference between the two?
4. What pituitary hormone stimulates growth of all organs?
5. Which gland regulates the immune system; helps fight disease?
6. A disease by which people cannot control sugar levels in the blood
7. Which structure within the brain controls the pituitary gland?
8. This gland is largest in young children and shrinks with age.
9. The gland that stimulates secondary sex characteristics in females.
10. What gland found in the brain produces melatonin?
11. Which gland secretes the thymosin hormone that helps in the development of the immune system?
12. Oxytocin is sometimes administered to women to
13. Insulin causes
14. What gland is also considered to be a part of the nervous system?
15. The hormones of the ..... play a role in regulating metabolism.
16. Targets bone and muscle to promote growth and development
17. The secretions from endocrine glands are called ..... These are complex chemicals that influence actions at distant sites and control body functions.
18. Endocrine glands differ from exocrine glands in that
19. An autoimmune disorder of the thyroid, leading to the overproduction of hormones. Symptoms include enlarged thyroid, protrusion of eyes, lumpy reddish skin on lower legs, and fatigue.
20. Which one of the following hormones secreted by the thyroid increases the rate at which cells release energy?
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