Biology Practice: Endocrine System (Mock Test 2 - Intermediate)
1. Which gland is uniquely located in the chest cavity, behind the sternum, and is involved in immunity?
2. The "Islets of Langerhans" produce two antagonistic hormones. While insulin lowers blood sugar, which hormone raises it?
3. Which endocrine gland is specifically known as the "Emergency Gland"?
4. The condition 'Exophthalmic Goitre' is caused due to the ________ of the Thyroid gland.
5. Which hormone regulates the basal metabolic rate (BMR) of the body?
6. The hormone ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone), which controls water reabsorption in kidneys, is secreted by the:
7. 'Cushing's Syndrome' is a clinical condition associated with the over-secretion of:
8. Which hormone causes the heart to beat faster and increases the breathing rate during an emotional stress?
9. 'Myxoedema' is a condition in adults caused by the hyposecretion of:
10. Which part of the adrenal gland secretes the hormone 'Cortisol'?
11. A child with stunted physical and mental growth due to thyroid deficiency is said to have:
12. Which hormone is known as the "Hormone of Birth" because it causes uterine contractions?
13. The hormone that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroxine is:
14. Which gland is considered a 'Biological Clock' for its role in sleep cycles?
15. The 'Flight or Fight' response is primarily controlled by the ________ of the adrenal gland.
16. Over-secretion of Growth Hormone in adults (after growth has stopped) leads to:
17. Which of the following hormones is NOT produced by the Anterior Pituitary?
18. A patient complains of excessive thirst and frequent urination with NO sugar in the urine. This is likely:
19. Which hormone inhibits the release of insulin and glucagon from the pancreas?
20. The hormone which acts on the kidneys to reabsorb sodium ions is: