3/27 - Endocrine System Quiz

Which of the following is not a function of hormones?

• Regulating metabolism

• Transmitting nerve impulses

• Maintaining homeostasis

• Affecting growth and development

Which gland is responsible for regulating the body's metabolism?

• Pineal

• Thyroid

• Adrenal

• Thymus

What is the role of the thymus gland?

• Produces insulin

• Supports immune system development

• Controls calcium levels

• Produces adrenaline

Which of the following hormones is involved in the fight-or-flight response?

• Thyroxine

• Cortisol

• Adrenaline

• Melatonin

How many categories of glands are there in the body?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four