Endocrine Control Of Growth And Metabolism - Human Physiology

Course

Anatomy & Physiology

Study Pack

Set 1: Introduction to Physiology

Set 2: Molecular Interactions

Set 3: Compartmentation: Cells and Tissues

Set 4: Energy and Cellular Metabolism

Set 5: Membrane Dynamics

Set 6: Communication, Integration, and Homeostasis

Set 7: Introduction to the Endocrine System

Set 8: Neurons: Cellular and Network Properties

Set 9: The Central Nervous System

Set 10: Sensory Physiology

Set 11: Efferent Division: Autonomic and Somatic Motor Control

Set 12: Muscles

Set 13: Integrative Physiology I: Control of Body Movement

Set 14: Cardiovascular Physiology

Set 15: Blood Flow and the Control of Blood Pressure

Set 16: Blood

Set 17: Mechanics of Breathing

Set 18: Gas Exchange and Transport

Set 19: The Kidneys

Set 20: Integrative Physiology II: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Set 21: The Digestive System

Set 22: Metabolism and Energy Balance

Set 23: Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism

Set 24: The Immune System

Set 25: Integrative Physiology III: Exercise

Set 26: Reproduction and Development

Set 23 Endocrine Control Of Growth And Metabolism

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Set 23 Endocrine Control Of Growth And Metabolism

Question 1

(Multiple Choice)

Free

The precursor chemical for ACTH synthesis is

A) CRH.
B) POMC.
C) beta-endorphin.
D) MSH.
E) TRH.

Answer

Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

Free

CRH stimulates the release of

A) ACTH.
B) cortisol.
C) DHEA.
D) MSH.
E) None of these answers are correct.

Answer

Question 3

(True False)

Free

All of the hormones secreted by the adrenal gland play a major role in growth and metabolism.

Answer