Question 1

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description.
-target of ACTH
A)posterior pituitary
B)adrenal cortex
C)pancreas
D)thyroid
E)pineal
F)anterior pituitary
G)adrenal medulla
H)parathyroid

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Question 2

Matching
Match the description to the endocrine structure to which it best corresponds.
-parathyroid gland
A)secretes thyroxine
B)secrete insulin and glucagon
C)secretes hormones that prepare accessory reproductive structures for reproduction
D)involved in lymphocyte maturation and immune response
E)secretes ACTH, TSH, FSH, growth hormone, and prolactin
F)secretes sex hormones, cortisol, and aldosterone
G)a second messenger
H)diffuse across cell membranes because of their lipid composition
I)senses photoperiods
J)secretes (releases into bloodstream) oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
K)secretes a hormone that promotes calcium release from bone storage sites
L)produces oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
M)hormone that lowers blood glucose levels
N)secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine
O)has receptors for hormone binding

Accepted Answer

The parathyroid gland secretes a hormone called parathyroid hormone (PTH), which promotes calcium release from bone storage sites.

Answer: M
 The posterior pituitary gland secretes oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH).

Question 3

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce.  a.A
b.B
c.C
d.D
e.E
f.F
g.G
-produces prolactin

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Question 4

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description.
-produces melatonin
A)posterior pituitary
B)adrenal cortex
C)pancreas
D)thyroid
E)pineal
F)anterior pituitary
G)adrenal medulla
H)parathyroid

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Question 5

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce.  a.A
b.B
c.C
d.D
e.E
f.F
g.G
-produces norepinephrine

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Question 6

Matching
Match the description to the endocrine structure to which it best corresponds.
-thymus gland
A)secretes thyroxine
B)secrete insulin and glucagon
C)secretes hormones that prepare accessory reproductive structures for reproduction
D)involved in lymphocyte maturation and immune response
E)secretes ACTH, TSH, FSH, growth hormone, and prolactin
F)secretes sex hormones, cortisol, and aldosterone
G)a second messenger
H)diffuse across cell membranes because of their lipid composition
I)senses photoperiods
J)secretes (releases into bloodstream) oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
K)secretes a hormone that promotes calcium release from bone storage sites
L)produces oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
M)hormone that lowers blood glucose levels
N)secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine
O)has receptors for hormone binding

Accepted Answer

The thymus gland is involved in lymphocyte maturation.

Answer: H
 The thymus gland is a two-lobed structure adjacent to the hypothalamus.

Answer: K
 The hypothalamus produces oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone, which are then released by the posterior pituitary.

Note: None of the other choices correctly describe the function or location of the thymus gland.

Question 7

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description.
-produces and secretes thyroid-stimulating hormone
A)posterior pituitary
B)adrenal cortex
C)pancreas
D)thyroid
E)pineal
F)anterior pituitary
G)adrenal medulla
H)parathyroid

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Question 8

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description.
-hormone released by this gland raises blood calcium levels
A)posterior pituitary
B)adrenal cortex
C)pancreas
D)thyroid
E)pineal
F)anterior pituitary
G)adrenal medulla
H)parathyroid

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Question 9

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description.
-produces epinephrine and norepinephrine
A)posterior pituitary
B)adrenal cortex
C)pancreas
D)thyroid
E)pineal
F)anterior pituitary
G)adrenal medulla
H)parathyroid

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Question 10

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce.  a.A
b.B
c.C
d.D
e.E
f.F
g.G
-produces melatonin

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Question 11

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce.  a.A
b.B
c.C
d.D
e.E
f.F
g.G
-produces sex steroid hormones

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Question 12

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce.  a.A
b.B
c.C
d.D
e.E
f.F
g.G
-produces glucagon

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Question 13

Matching
Match the description to the endocrine structure to which it best corresponds.
-pineal gland
A)secretes thyroxine
B)secrete insulin and glucagon
C)secretes hormones that prepare accessory reproductive structures for reproduction
D)involved in lymphocyte maturation and immune response
E)secretes ACTH, TSH, FSH, growth hormone, and prolactin
F)secretes sex hormones, cortisol, and aldosterone
G)a second messenger
H)diffuse across cell membranes because of their lipid composition
I)senses photoperiods
J)secretes (releases into bloodstream) oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
K)secretes a hormone that promotes calcium release from bone storage sites
L)produces oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
M)hormone that lowers blood glucose levels
N)secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine
O)has receptors for hormone binding

Accepted Answer

The pineal gland secretes melatonin in low light conditions.

Answer: M
 The pineal gland secretes oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone.

Note: None of the other options are correct for the pineal gland.

Question 14

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce.  a.A
b.B
c.C
d.D
e.E
f.F
g.G
-produces calcitonin

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Question 15

Matching
Match the description to the endocrine structure to which it best corresponds.
-posterior lobe of pituitary
A)secretes thyroxine
B)secrete insulin and glucagon
C)secretes hormones that prepare accessory reproductive structures for reproduction
D)involved in lymphocyte maturation and immune response
E)secretes ACTH, TSH, FSH, growth hormone, and prolactin
F)secretes sex hormones, cortisol, and aldosterone
G)a second messenger
H)diffuse across cell membranes because of their lipid composition
I)senses photoperiods
J)secretes (releases into bloodstream) oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
K)secretes a hormone that promotes calcium release from bone storage sites
L)produces oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
M)hormone that lowers blood glucose levels
N)secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine
O)has receptors for hormone binding

Accepted Answer

The posterior lobe of the pituitary gland secretes oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone.

Answer: E
 The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland secretes tropic hormones, growth hormone, and prolactin.

Answer: H
 The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland secretes luteinizing hormone and follicle stimulating hormone.

Answer: J
 The parathyroid glands secrete a hormone that promotes calcium release from bone storage sites.

Answer: I
 Hormones are chemical messengers that are circulated by the blood, affecting distant parts of the body.

Question 16

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description.
-produces ADH
A)posterior pituitary
B)adrenal cortex
C)pancreas
D)thyroid
E)pineal
F)anterior pituitary
G)adrenal medulla
H)parathyroid

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Question 17

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description.
-produces a hormone that regulates metabolism and has roles in growth and development
A)posterior pituitary
B)adrenal cortex
C)pancreas
D)thyroid
E)pineal
F)anterior pituitary
G)adrenal medulla
H)parathyroid

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Question 18

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description.
-produces insulin
A)posterior pituitary
B)adrenal cortex
C)pancreas
D)thyroid
E)pineal
F)anterior pituitary
G)adrenal medulla
H)parathyroid

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce.  a.A
b.B
c.C
d.D
e.E
f.F
g.G
-produces antidiuretic hormone

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Matching
Match the description to the endocrine structure to which it best corresponds.
-thyroid gland
A)secretes thyroxine
B)secrete insulin and glucagon
C)secretes hormones that prepare accessory reproductive structures for reproduction
D)involved in lymphocyte maturation and immune response
E)secretes ACTH, TSH, FSH, growth hormone, and prolactin
F)secretes sex hormones, cortisol, and aldosterone
G)a second messenger
H)diffuse across cell membranes because of their lipid composition
I)senses photoperiods
J)secretes (releases into bloodstream) oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
K)secretes a hormone that promotes calcium release from bone storage sites
L)produces oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone
M)hormone that lowers blood glucose levels
N)secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine
O)has receptors for hormone binding

Accepted Answer

The thyroid gland secretes thyroxine, which increases the metabolic rate, and calcitonin, which inhibits the release of calcium from bone storage sites.

Answer: H
 The pituitary gland secretes luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which are involved in the regulation of the reproductive system.

Answer: I
 Hormones are chemical messengers that travel through the bloodstream to affect distant parts of the body.

Answer: J
 The parathyroid gland secretes parathyroid hormone (PTH), which promotes the release of calcium from bone storage sites.

Answer: M
 The posterior pituitary gland secretes oxytocin, which stimulates uterine contraction and milk ejection, and antidiuretic hormone, which helps regulate water balance in the body.

Quiz 26: Endocrine Control

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description. -target of ACTH A)posterior pituitary B)adrenal cortex C)pancreas D)thyroid E)pineal F)anterior pituitary G)adrenal medulla H)parathyroid

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce. a.A b.B c.C d.D e.E f.F g.G -produces prolactin

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description. -produces melatonin A)posterior pituitary B)adrenal cortex C)pancreas D)thyroid E)pineal F)anterior pituitary G)adrenal medulla H)parathyroid

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce. a.A b.B c.C d.D e.E f.F g.G -produces norepinephrine

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description. -produces and secretes thyroid-stimulating hormone A)posterior pituitary B)adrenal cortex C)pancreas D)thyroid E)pineal F)anterior pituitary G)adrenal medulla H)parathyroid

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description. -hormone released by this gland raises blood calcium levels A)posterior pituitary B)adrenal cortex C)pancreas D)thyroid E)pineal F)anterior pituitary G)adrenal medulla H)parathyroid

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description. -produces epinephrine and norepinephrine A)posterior pituitary B)adrenal cortex C)pancreas D)thyroid E)pineal F)anterior pituitary G)adrenal medulla H)parathyroid

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce. a.A b.B c.C d.D e.E f.F g.G -produces melatonin

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce. a.A b.B c.C d.D e.E f.F g.G -produces sex steroid hormones

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce. a.A b.B c.C d.D e.E f.F g.G -produces glucagon

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce. a.A b.B c.C d.D e.E f.F g.G -produces calcitonin

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description. -produces ADH A)posterior pituitary B)adrenal cortex C)pancreas D)thyroid E)pineal F)anterior pituitary G)adrenal medulla H)parathyroid

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description. -produces a hormone that regulates metabolism and has roles in growth and development A)posterior pituitary B)adrenal cortex C)pancreas D)thyroid E)pineal F)anterior pituitary G)adrenal medulla H)parathyroid

Match the endocrine gland to the proper description. -produces insulin A)posterior pituitary B)adrenal cortex C)pancreas D)thyroid E)pineal F)anterior pituitary G)adrenal medulla H)parathyroid

Match the major glands in the following image with the hormones they produce. a.A b.B c.C d.D e.E f.F g.G -produces antidiuretic hormone