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Coordination depends on receptors, neurons, synapses and nerve impulses, with reflex actions traced through the reflex arc and the roles of major brain regions. Chemical coordination covers endocrine glands and hormones, including how hormones regulate growth, metabolism, reproduction and internal balance, unlike rapid nervous control.
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- A. In the Hypothalamus
- B. In the Adrenal Gland
- C. In the Pancreas
- D. In the Parathyroid
Explanation: Hormonal secretion by the anterior pituitary is controlled by hypothalamic-releasing hormones that reach their target endocrine tissues in…
Correct answer: In the Hypothalamus- A. Follicle development
- B. Development of the uterine lining
- C. Spermatogenesis
- D. Female secondary sex characteristics
Explanation: The main function of progesterone is to prepare the endometrium (lining of your uterus) for a fertilized egg to implant and grow.
Correct answer: Development of the uterine lining- A. Produce hormones that are secreted into the digestive tract
- B. Release hormones into the bloodstream or the fluid around cells
- C. Release hormones as rapidly as nerve impulses are transmitted
- D. None of the above
Explanation: An organ that makes hormones that are released directly into the blood and travel to tissues and organs all over the body.
Correct answer: Release hormones into the bloodstream or the fluid around cells- A. Diabetes mellitus
- B. Hypothyroidism
- C. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) syndrome
- D. None of the above
Explanation: Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that comes and goes in a seasonal pattern.
Correct answer: Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) syndrome- A. Sends nerve impulses and also makes hormones
- B. Is both a nervous and olfactory organ
- C. Belongs to both the nervous and circulatory systems
- D. Is found connected to both kidneys
Explanation: Your hypothalamus, a structure deep in your brain, acts as your body's smart control coordinating center.
Correct answer: Sends nerve impulses and also makes hormones- A. Oxytocin - hypothalamus
- B. Insulin - pancreas
- C. Glucagon - pancrease
- D. Thyroid hormone - pituitary gland
Explanation: This is mismatched because thyroid hormone is secreted by the thyroid gland.
Correct answer: Thyroid hormone - pituitary gland- A. Decrease the heartrate
- B. Is caused by hormone secretions in the adrenal medulla
- C. Controlled by sympathetic nervous system
- D. Is the result of aldosterone causing faster blood flow
Explanation: This system is important during emergency situations and is associated with "Fight or Flight."
Correct answer: Controlled by sympathetic nervous system- A. Thyroid hormones
- B. Epinephrine
- C. Metabolon
- D. Prolactin
Explanation: The thyroid gland releases triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). These hormones play an important role in regulation of your weight…
Correct answer: Thyroid hormones- A. Is called hypothyroidism
- B. Can cause nervousness, irregular heartbeat, and weight loss
- C. Can cause stunted growth and retardation in children
- D. Can cause a goiter
Explanation: Excess thyroxine produces a condition called Graves' disease, with exophthalmic goiter and increase in the basal metabolic rate.
Correct answer: Can cause nervousness, irregular heartbeat, and weight loss- A. Production of heat shock proteins
- B. Closing of stomata
- C. Production of abscisic acid
- D. Production of fructans
Explanation: When plants are exposed to stress, the synthesis of normal proteins is decreased while the expression of special genes are up-regulated…
Correct answer: Production of heat shock proteins- A. Thalamus
- B. Cerebrum
- C. Hypothalamus
- D. Cerebellum
Explanation: The thalamus acts as the major coordinating centre for sensory and motor signals, relaying them to and from the cerebrum.
Correct answer: Thalamus- A. Nervous system only
- B. Endocrine system only
- C. Both the nervous & endocrine systems
- D. Both endocrine & exocrine
Explanation: During stress or emergency situations, both the nervous system (especially the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system) and…
Correct answer: Both the nervous & endocrine systems- A. Forebrain
- B. Midbrain
- C. Hindbrain
- D. Spinal cord
Explanation: Option A: Forebrain is the part of the brain that is responsible for higher-level functions, such as thinking, planning, and…
Correct answer: Forebrain- A. Digestion of food
- B. Heart beat
- C. Contraction of the pupil of the eye
- D. Thought
- E. Breathing rate
Explanation: Thought is a conscious action, so it is not controlled by the autonomic nervous system rather by the somatic nervous system.
Correct answer: Thought- A. I, III, II, and IV
- B. I, IV, II and III
- C. IV, I, III and II
- D. IV, III, I and II
- E. II, I, IV and III
Explanation: The sequence of transmission of nerve impulses is as follows:1. Depolarisation occurs at the presynaptic terminal.2.
Correct answer: I, IV, II and III- A. Secretion of sweat
- B. Salivation
- C. Flexion due to needle prick
- D. Blinking of eyes due to strong light
Explanation: Reflex actions are quick, automatic responses to some stimuli that are not generated by the brain but by the spinal cord.
Correct answer: Secretion of sweat- A. Sodium
- B. Potassium
- C. Calcium
- D. Chloride
Explanation: Calcium ions are critical in facilitating the release of neurotransmitters and insulin.
Correct answer: Calcium- A. Acetylcholine
- B. Dopamine
- C. Serotonin
- D. Epinephrine
Explanation: When CPR does not generate coronary perfusion of more than 15-20 mmHg, return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) rarely or never occurs.
Correct answer: Epinephrine- A. Constriction of the pupil
- B. Decreased heart rate
- C. Increased gastric section
- D. Reduction of adrenaline secretion
- E. Increased respiration
Explanation: The sympathetic nervous system mostly comes into play during times when the body feels it needs to respond to threatening stimuli.
Correct answer: Increased respiration- A. Abscisic acid (ABA)
- B. Auxin
- C. Cytokinins
- D. Ethylene
- E. Gibberellins
Explanation: The plant hormone responsible for fruit ripening is ethylene. Ethylene is a gaseous plant hormone that plays a crucial role in the…
Correct answer: Ethylene