Download Both controlled by the posterior pituitary gland, vasopressin ______

1
Created by Boundless
Both controlled by the posterior pituitary gland, vasopressin ___________ while
oxytocin ____________.
A
regulates water retention ability in the body; regulates
bonding behaviors in the body
B
regulates heart function; regulates maternal bonding
C
all of these answers
D
regulates diuretic responses in the body; regulates
behaviors linked to blood vessel constriction
2
Created by Boundless
Hormone production by the anterior pituitary gland is controlled by the
hypothalamus:
A
through the use of regulatory hormones produced by the
anterior pituitary gland itself.
B
through the use of regulatory hormones controlled by
negative feedback mechanisms.
C
through the release of vasopressin, which is made by the
posterior pituitary gland.
D
through the production of inhibiting hormones, which are
then controlled by positive feedback.
3
Created by Boundless
Hormones produced by the anterior pituitary gland:
A
travel from the posterior pituitary gland to the
hypothalamus.
B
act only as inhibiting hormones.
C
control the functioning of other organs.
D
are referred to as tropical hormones because of their role
in high temperature regulation.
4
Created by Boundless
Production of T3 and calcitonin differ in:
A
their regulation by the thyroid gland.
B
their regulation by the thyroid stimulating hormone.
C
their regulation by calcium.
D
their regulation by the T4 hormone.
5
Created by Boundless
How does parathyroid hormone maintain homeostasis?
6
A
Calcium levels are maintained by the release of oxyphil
cells, which disrupt calcitonin effects.
B
Parathyroid hormone works in complimentary tandem
with calcitonin.
C
Chief cells prevent the release of parathyroid hormones
to instigate Ca2+ production via calcitonin.
D
Parathyroid hormone works in opposition to calcitonin to
avoid insufficient amounts of calcium.
Created by Boundless
How do parathyroid glands regulate calcium levels in the blood?
A
A deficiency in parathyroid hormone causes a calcium
releasing event.
B
Gland regulation of oxyphil cells results in an increase or
decrease of calcium in the blood.
C
A decreased level of phosphorus triggers calcium
release from bones.
D
They produce parathyroid hormone which releases
stored calcium from bones to the blood.
7
Created by Boundless
Which of the following statements is correct about adrenal gland hormone
production?
A
The adrenal cortex produces mineralocorticoids and
glucocorticoids.
B
Blood glucose levels are regulated by mineralocorticoids.
C
Sodium and water balance are regulated by hormones
produced in the adrenal medulla.
D
The adrenal medulla produces cortisol and
corticosterone hormones.
8
Created by Boundless
Both main types of hormones produced by the pancreas:
A
are both produced by alpha cells.
B
secrete pancreatic juice that help with nutrient
absorption.
C
have roles in food digestion.
D
regulate blood glucose levels.
9
Created by Boundless
Which of the following statements about gonads is true?
A
The ovaries produce testosterone, which regulates the
female sex organs.
B
The gonads are responsible for the production of
hormones that regulate sexual characteristics.
C
Estrogen regulates sex characteristic development in
females; progesterone does the same in males.
D
All of these statements are true.
10
Created by Boundless
How is melatonin production regulated by the pineal gland?
A
Melatonin secretion is released in the presence of free
radicals.
B
All of these answers
C
Melatonin secretion is regulated by photoperiods.
D
Melatonin production increases during the daytime.
11
Created by Boundless
What types of endocrine functions can be seen in organs whose primary role is
non­endocrine related?
A
These organs can display endocrine functions in the
event of endocrine gland malfunction.
B
All of these answers
C
Many of these organs produce or release hormones that
are involved in function regulation.
D
All of these organs possess endocrine cells that produce
hormones.