Endocrine System Quiz

Which of the following best describes the role of hormones in homeostasis?

• Hormones primarily provide energy to cells.

• Hormones regulate metabolic processes.

• Hormones are only involved in digestion.

• Hormones are structural components of cells.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Explain how negative feedback mechanisms work in the endocrine system.

• They increase the output of every process in the body to reach stability.

• They stop the production of all hormones.

• They reduce the intensity of a signal from a hormone as its effects are felt.

• They amplify the effects of hormones indefinitely.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Identify the gland responsible for the release of cortisol.

• Thyroid gland

• Adrenal gland

• Pancreas

• Pituitary gland

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the primary function of insulin in the human body?

• To increase blood glucose levels

• To decrease blood glucose levels

• To regulate blood pressure

• To enhance oxygen uptake

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Design an experiment to investigate the effect of thyroid hormone on metabolic rate.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Which hormone signaling pathway involves the activation of intracellular receptors that directly influence gene expression?

• Steroid hormone pathway

• Peptide hormone pathway

• Amino acid-derived hormone pathway

• Eicosanoid pathway

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Discuss the implications of hyperthyroidism on homeostatic balance.

• It leads to a slower metabolism and decreased heart rate.

• It causes a reduction in body temperature and energy levels.

• It results in an increased metabolism and potentially rapid heart rate.

• It has no significant effects on homeostasis.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the role of the parathyroid hormone in calcium homeostasis?

• Decreases calcium absorption in the intestines.

• Increases calcium excretion in the kidneys.

• Increases calcium absorption in the intestines.

• Has no role in calcium regulation.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Propose a method to study the feedback mechanism of insulin on blood sugar levels.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Which endocrine disorder is characterized by excessive production of growth hormone?

• Diabetes mellitus

• Hypothyroidism

• Acromegaly

• Addison's disease

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DOK Level 1: Recall