BIO 251 Unit Exam 1 Part 1. Questions And Answers. Complete Solution.

BIO 251 Unit Exam 1 Part 1. Questions And Answers. Complete Solution.Part 1 of 3 - Part 1 30.0/ 30.0 Points From chapter 17 Question 1 of 50 2.0/ 2.0 Po ints Hormones regulate certain target cell responses. These can include which of the following?  A. Metabolism  B. All of the above are correct.  C. Fluid balance  D. Sexual function  E. Growth and development of tissue Feedback: Good work; your answer is correct! Question 2 of 50 2.0/ 2.0 Points The function of the placental hormone human placental lactogen (hPL) is to ________.  A. prepare the breasts for lactation  B. nourish the placenta  C. regulate the menstrual cycle  D. help the placenta to mature  E. All of the above are true. Feedback: Good work; your answer is correct! Question 3 of 50 2.0/ 2.0 Points In contrast to the nervous system, the endocrine system uses only one method of communication: _________ signaling.  A. direct  B. “hard wired”  C. electrical  D. transmitter  E. chemical Feedback: Good work; your answer is correct! Question 4 of 50 2.0/ 2.0 Points Cushing’s disease is a disorder caused by ________.  A. abnormally high levels of epinephrine  B. abnormally high levels of aldosterone  C. abnormally high levels of cortisol  D. abnormally low levels of aldosterone  E. abnormally low levels of cortisol Feedback: Good work; your answer is correct! Question 5 of 50 2.0/ 2.0 Points How can the anterior part of the pituitary gland control the secretion of thyroid hormones?  A. Some thyroid hormones are actually produced in the pituitary gland.