Biology Practice: Endocrine System (Mock Test 2 - Anatomy, Functions & Locations)
1. The pituitary gland is located in a bony depression of the skull called the:
2. Adrenal glands are anatomically positioned:
3. The two lobes of the thyroid gland are connected by a narrow band of tissue called:
4. Which part of the adrenal gland secretes 'Cortisone' and 'Aldosterone'?
5. The 'Islets of Langerhans' are found embedded in the tissue of which organ?
6. Somatotropic hormone (STH), also known as Growth Hormone, is secreted by the:
7. The primary function of Glucagon is to:
8. Which of the following is the anatomical location of the Thyroid gland?
9. Posterior Pituitary stores and releases which two hormones produced by the hypothalamus?
10. Adrenaline is often called the 'Triple F' hormone. These stand for:
11. Which hormone regulates the development of secondary sexual characteristics in males?
12. The exocrine part of the pancreas secretes:
13. Which hormone prepares the body for action by increasing the heartbeat and rate of respiration?
14. The deficiency of Insulin results in a condition where glucose is excreted in the urine, known as:
15. The 'Antidiuretic Hormone' (ADH) acts on which target organ?
16. The Gonadotropic hormones (FSH and LH) are produced by the:
17. Which of these hormones regulates the concentration of sodium and potassium ions in the blood?
18. The 'Feedback Mechanism' in the endocrine system mainly ensures:
19. Which hormone stimulates the development of the 'Corpus Luteum' in females?
20. The hormone 'Prolactin' is responsible for:
