Biology Practice: Endocrine System (Mock Test 1 - Basic Definitions & Terms)
1. Ductless glands which pour their secretions directly into the bloodstream are called:
2. Chemical messengers produced by endocrine glands are technically known as:
3. Which gland is known as the "Master Gland" of the endocrine system?
4. The butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck region is the:
5. Which of the following is an example of a "Heterocrine" (Mixed) gland?
6. The hormone responsible for lowering the blood glucose level is:
7. Which hormone is secreted by the adrenal medulla during "Emergency" situations?
8. Goitre is caused by the deficiency of ________ in the diet.
9. The condition caused by the hypersecretion of Growth Hormone (GH) in adults is:
10. The hormone that stimulates the uterus to contract during childbirth is:
11. Which cells of the Pancreas secrete Glucagon?
12. Vasopressin (ADH) is primarily responsible for:
13. Exophthalmic Goitre (Grave's disease) is caused by the hypersecretion of:
14. The endocrine part of the pancreas is called:
15. The "Fight or Flight" response is associated with which gland?
16. Cretinism is a condition resulting from the hyposecretion of thyroxine in:
17. Which hormone maintains the basal metabolic rate (BMR) of the body?
18. Addison's disease is caused by the hyposecretion of hormones from the:
19. Which hormone stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroxine?
20. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of hormones?
