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Endocrine System focuses on the chemical messenger system comprising feedback loops of hormones released by internal glands directly into the circulatory system.
Correct Answer:
(B) hypothalamus
The average normal temperature of the human body is 98.6º F. The hypothalamus controls body temperature. It also controls hunger, important aspects of parenting and attachment behaviours, thirst, fatigue, sleep and circadian rhythms.
Ques: 2
The temperature of the human body?
Correct Answer:
(C) Neither decreases in winters nor increases in summers
The temperature of the human body neither decreases in winters nor increases in summers. The usual temperature of the human body is 98.6°F or 37°C and is controlled by the hypothalamus in the brain. The hypothalamus functions as a type of thermostat for the body.
Ques: 3
The temperature of a normal human body is –
Correct Answer:
(D)
None of the above
The average of normal temperature of human body is 98.6oF (37o C or 310º K).
Ques: 4
Corpus luteum is a mass of cells found in:
Correct Answer:
(B) Ovary
The corpus luteum is a temporary endocrine structure in female ovaries. It is involved in the production of relatively high levels of progesterone and moderate levels of estradiol and inhibin A. The corpus luteum develops from an ovarian follicle during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle or estrous cycle following the release of a secondary oocyte from the follicle during ovulation. Its cell develops from the follicular cells surrounding the ovarian follicle.
Ques: 5
Match List-I (Endocrine glands) with List-II (Hormones secreted) and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
List-I List-II