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WorksheetsThe Endocrine System
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 6mins
All endocrine glands secrete their hormones into the (a) .
Compared to most other organs in the body, endocrine organs are
poorly vascularized.
have a below average amount of vascularization.
mainly epithelial cells.
well vascularized.
avascular
The anatomical stalk of the pituitary is also known as the
tuber centrum.
neurohypophysis.
infundibulum.
pars tuberalis.
adenohypophysis.
Pyramid-shaped gland consisting of neural crest-derived cells and endocrine secretory cells.
thyroid gland
thymus gland
ovaries/testes
adrenal gland
pancreas
Which of the following statements concerning the endocrine glands is incorrect?
Hormones are primarily released into the bloodstream.
They secrete messenger molecules called hormones.
The hormones they secrete travel more quickly than nerve impulses.
The hormones they secrete regulate processes such as growth and metabolism.
Which of the following hormones is secreted by the posterior lobe of the pituitary?
Luteinizing Hormone
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone
Glucagon
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
Antidiuretic Hormone
The thyroid gland is located
anterior to the aortic arch.
immediately inferior to the larynx.
on the superior aspect of the kidneys.
posterior to the sternum.
immediately superior to the larynx.
Which of the following minerals is essential for the formation of thyroid hormone?
iodine
calcium
iron
copper
sodium
Individuals with pre-diabetes
have an absolute requirement for insulin injections.
have normal concentrations of glucose in their blood.
may often control their condition by diet and exercise.
have pancreases that produce and secrete very little insulin
are soon to develop Type I diabetes.
The pineal gland secretes the hormone (a) , which signals the body to prepare for sleep.
