Hormones - SS3 Biology Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Which gland is responsible for regulating the body's metabolism, energy production, and temperature?
Adrenal gland
Thyroid gland
Pancreas
Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood glucose levels in the body?
Insulin
Testosterone
Estrogen
Which hormone is known as the "stress hormone," playing a key role in the body's response to stress and emergencies?
Estrogen
Cortisol
Melatonin
Which gland produces hormones that regulate various functions such as growth, reproduction, and water balance in the body?
Adrenal gland
Pituitary gland
Pineal gland
What is the result of over-secretion of insulin in the human body?
Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)
Hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar)
Increased appetite
What is the result of over-secretion of insulin in the human body?
Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)
Hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar)
Increased appetite
Which hormone is associated with the condition of under-secretion, leading to stunted growth in children?
Estrogen
Growth hormone (GH)
Testosterone
What is a potential consequence of over-secretion of cortisol, the stress hormone, in humans?
Decreased blood pressure
Increased bone density
Suppressed immune system
Which hormone is under-secreted in individuals with hypothyroidism, leading to symptoms like fatigue and weight gain?
Thyroxine
Insulin
Glucagon
Explain the role of the human endocrine system in maintaining homeostasis and coordinating bodily functions. Provide examples of key endocrine glands and hormones involved in this regulatory process
The human endocrine system is a complex network of glands that secrete hormones to regulate various physiological processes, maintaining homeostasis in the body. Discussing the major glands, such as the pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, and pancreas, and their respective hormones, like growth hormone, thyroid hormones, cortisol, and insulin, will provide a comprehensive answer.