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Endocrine System Glands Quiz

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Which gland is known as the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?

Pituitary gland

Explanation

Regulates other endocrine glands and produces various hormones.

What hormone does the thyroid gland primarily produce?

Thyroxine

Explanation

Controls metabolism and energy levels in the body.

Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

Insulin

Explanation

Facilitates glucose absorption, lowering blood sugar levels.

Where is the adrenal gland located in the human body?

Above the kidneys

Explanation

Produces adrenaline and cortisol, vital for stress response.

What is the primary function of the parathyroid glands?

Regulate calcium levels

Explanation

Maintains proper calcium balance in the blood and bones.

Which hormone is responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics?

Testosterone

Explanation

Promotes the growth of facial hair, deepening of voice, etc.

What is the role of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?

Coordinate hormone release

Explanation

Controls the release of hormones from the pituitary gland.

Which hormone is responsible for promoting water reabsorption in the kidneys?

Vasopressin

Explanation

Maintains water balance by regulating kidney function.

Which hormone is responsible for the fight-or-flight response?

Adrenaline

Explanation

Activates rapid physiological changes in stressful situations.

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Where is the thymus gland located?

Behind the stomach

Explanation

Critical for immune system development and function.

#11

What is the primary hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar?

Insulin

Explanation

Controls glucose levels by promoting its uptake by cells.

#12

Which endocrine gland is responsible for the production of melatonin?

Pineal gland

Explanation

Regulates sleep-wake cycle and circadian rhythm.

#13

What is the primary function of the gonads in the endocrine system?

Produce sex hormones

Explanation

Ovaries (female) and testes (male) produce sex hormones.

#14

Which hormone is released in response to low blood calcium levels?

Parathyroid hormone

Explanation

Stimulates calcium release from bones and absorption from intestines.

Endocrine System Glands Quiz

Which gland is known as the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?

What hormone does the thyroid gland primarily produce?

Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

Where is the adrenal gland located in the human body?

What is the primary function of the parathyroid glands?

Which hormone is responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics?

What is the role of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?

Which hormone is responsible for promoting water reabsorption in the kidneys?

Which hormone is responsible for the fight-or-flight response?

Where is the thymus gland located?

What is the primary hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar?

Which endocrine gland is responsible for the production of melatonin?

What is the primary function of the gonads in the endocrine system?

Which hormone is released in response to low blood calcium levels?

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