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NDQ_008151
__pancreatic hormone that helps cells absorb glucose from the blood
a. hypothalamus, b. gonad, c. insulin, d. hormone, e. endocrine gland, f. prolactin, g. pituitary gland
c
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008152
The feedback loop that controls the production of thyroxin includes the
a. pituitary gland, b. thyroid gland, c. hypothalamus, d. all of the above
d
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008153
Which endocrine gland secretes luteinizing hormone?
a. pituitary gland, b. ovary, c. testis, d. two of the above
a
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008154
__any gland that secretes hormones into the bloodstream
a. hypothalamus, b. gonad, c. insulin, d. hormone, e. endocrine gland, f. prolactin, g. pituitary gland
e
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008155
__gland that secretes sex hormones
a. hypothalamus, b. gonad, c. insulin, d. hormone, e. endocrine gland, f. prolactin, g. pituitary gland
b
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008156
The hormone called ACTH
a. acts on the thyroid gland, b. is secreted by pituitary gland, c. stimulates the secretion of sex hormones, d. causes cells to make proteins and grow
b
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008157
__part of the brain that secretes hormones affecting the pituitary gland
a. hypothalamus, b. gonad, c. insulin, d. hormone, e. endocrine gland, f. prolactin, g. pituitary gland
a
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008158
Which statement about gigantism is true?
a. It is characterized by excessive growth during childhood, b. It occurs when blood levels of thyroxin are too high, c. It may be caused by a tumor in the thyroid gland, d. all of the above
a
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008160
__pituitary hormone that stimulates the mammary glands to produce milk
a. hypothalamus, b. gonad, c. insulin, d. hormone, e. endocrine gland, f. prolactin, g. pituitary gland
f
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008162
__master gland of the endocrine system
a. hypothalamus, b. gonad, c. insulin, d. hormone, e. endocrine gland, f. prolactin, g. pituitary gland
g
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008163
Which structure provides a link between the nervous and endocrine systems?
a. pituitary gland, b. hypothalamus, c. adrenal gland, d. thyroid gland
b
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008166
Most pituitary hormones control
a. other endocrine glands, b. the hypothalamus, c. body cells, d. the brain
a
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008168
The pituitary hormone called follicle-stimulating hormone stimulates the
a. testes to produce sperm, b. hair follicles to grow hair, c. ovaries to secrete estrogen, d. two of the above
a
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008169
Which gland secretes growth hormone?
a. adrenal gland, b. thyroid gland, c. ovary, d. pituitary gland
d
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008170
Follicle-stimulating hormone is secreted by the gonads.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008171
The thymus gland is part of the endocrine system.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008172
Endocrine hormones influence target cells by
a. acting as enzymes and speeding up chemical reactions in the cells, b. absorbing glucose and actively transporting it into the cells, c. binding with proteins on the surface of the cells, d. creating negative feedback loops with the cells
c
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008173
The output of most endocrine hormones is controlled by positive feedback loops.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008174
Males and females have the same endocrine glands except for the
a. thyroid gland, b. pituitary gland, c. adrenal glands, d. gonads
d
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008175
What happens when the level of thyroxin rises in the blood?
a. The pituitary gland releases thyroid-stimulating hormone, b. The thyroid gland starts releasing more hormones, c. The level of TSH in the blood falls, d. two of the above
c
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008176
Type 1 diabetes occurs when the immune system attacks cells of the adrenal glands.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008177
The hormone adrenaline prepares the body for emergencies.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008185
Endocrine hormones travel more slowly than nerve impulses.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008186
Endocrine hormones affect only nearby cells.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008187
The pineal gland is part of the endocrine system.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008188
All hormones released by the hypothalamus control the pituitary gland.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008189
The pituitary gland is located in the neck.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008190
Growth hormone stimulates cells to make proteins.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008191
Luteinizing hormone is secreted by the gonads.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: the endocrine system What Is the Endocrine System: The endocrine system is a system of glands that release chemical messenger molecules into the blood stream. The messenger molecules are called hormones. Hormones act slowly compared with the rapid transmission of electrical impulses of the nervous system. Endo...
NDQ_008192
The disease called genital warts is
a. an infectious disease, b. caused by the virus HPV, c. spread through sexual contact, d. all of the above
d
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NDQ_008193
The common cold is
a. an infectious disease, b. caused by bacteria, c. spread by a vector, d. two of the above
a
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008194
Types of pathogens that cause human diseases include
a. bacteri, b. fungi, c. protozoa, d. all of the above
d
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NDQ_008195
Diseases caused by bacteria include
a. malari, b. syphilis, c. measles, d. two of the above
b
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NDQ_008196
Diseases that can spread by airborne droplets include
a. ringworm, b. influenza, c. tinea, d. giardiasis
b
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NDQ_008197
Which disease can potentially be cured with antibiotic drugs?
a. influenza, b. athletes foot, c. chicken pox, d. tuberculosis
d
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NDQ_008198
Which type of pathogen causes AIDS?
a. bacterium, b. virus, c. fungus, d. protozoan
b
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NDQ_008199
The vector that spreads malaria is a
a. tick, b. spider, c. mosquito, d. none of the above
c
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NDQ_008200
An example of a pathogen that spreads through water is
a. Herpes simplex, b. Giardia lamblia, c. HPV, d. two of the above
b
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NDQ_008201
All of the following diseases can be prevented with vaccines except
a. whooping cough, b. mumps, c. chicken pox, d. the common col
d
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NDQ_008203
Which human infectious disease can be prevented with a vaccine?
a. food poisoning, b. candidiasis, c. genital warts, d. syphilis
c
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NDQ_008205
The common cold can be spread by pathogens
a. in airborne droplets, b. on objects or surfaces, c. in contaminated water, d. two of the above
d
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NDQ_008206
Schistosoma is a human parasite that is spread by a vector..
a. true, b. false
b
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NDQ_008209
An example of a bacterium that may cause human disease is Escherichia coli.
a. true, b. false
a
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NDQ_008211
Human viral infections include tetanus and measles.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008212
A common human fungal infection is genital herpes.
a. true, b. false
b
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NDQ_008213
When you cough or sneeze, you should cover your mouth and nose with your hand.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008214
The best way to prevent diseases spread by vectors to is avoid contact with the vectors.
a. true, b. false
a
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NDQ_008215
Travelers diarrhea is generally caused by protozoa.
a. true, b. false
a
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NDQ_008216
Infectious diseases are contagious because they are caused by pathogens.
a. true, b. false
a
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NDQ_008217
You can pick up the virus that causes the common cold from an object such as a doorknob.
a. true, b. false
a
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NDQ_008218
The proper way to wash your hands is to scrub with soap for at least 20 seconds.
a. true, b. false
a
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NDQ_008219
A disease that can potentially be cured with antibiotics is strep throat.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008220
Athletes foot is a common infectious disease caused by protozoa.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008221
__any organism that carries pathogens from one organism to another
a. pathogen, b. vaccine, c. virus, d. vector, e. infectious disease, f. protozoa, g. antibiotic
d
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008222
__any disease that is caused by pathogens
a. pathogen, b. vaccine, c. virus, d. vector, e. infectious disease, f. protozoa, g. antibiotic
e
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008223
__type of drug that is used to cure bacterial diseases
a. pathogen, b. vaccine, c. virus, d. vector, e. infectious disease, f. protozoa, g. antibiotic
g
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008224
__substance that is used to prevent certain infectious diseases
a. pathogen, b. vaccine, c. virus, d. vector, e. infectious disease, f. protozoa, g. antibiotic
b
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008225
__type of organisms that cause malaria and giardiasis
a. pathogen, b. vaccine, c. virus, d. vector, e. infectious disease, f. protozoa, g. antibiotic
f
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008226
__any organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing
a. pathogen, b. vaccine, c. virus, d. vector, e. infectious disease, f. protozoa, g. antibiotic
a
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008227
__particle that reproduces by taking over living cells
a. pathogen, b. vaccine, c. virus, d. vector, e. infectious disease, f. protozoa, g. antibiotic
c
Lesson: infectious diseases What Causes Infectious Diseases: An infectious disease is a disease that is caused by a pathogen. A pathogen is an organism or virus that causes disease in another living thing. Pathogens are commonly called germs. Watch this dramatic video for an historic perspective on infectious diseases...
NDQ_008242
Cancer in childhood is rare.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008243
Warning signs of cancer include difficulty swallowing.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008244
Surgery is the only way to treat cancer.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008245
Type 1 diabetes usually develops in childhood or adolescence.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008246
Your risk of developing type 2 diabetes is greater if you are overweight.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008247
In multiple sclerosis, the immune system attacks the joints.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008248
Hay fever is a noninfectious disease characterized by a high fever.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008249
__mass of abnormal tissue formed by cancer cells
a. autoimmune disease, b. carcinogen, c. cancer, d. noninfectious disease, e. allergen, f. diabetes, g. tumor
g
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008250
__any disease that is not contagious
a. autoimmune disease, b. carcinogen, c. cancer, d. noninfectious disease, e. allergen, f. diabetes, g. tumor
d
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008251
__disease in which the level of glucose in the blood is too high
a. autoimmune disease, b. carcinogen, c. cancer, d. noninfectious disease, e. allergen, f. diabetes, g. tumor
f
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008252
__anything in the environment that may cause cancer
a. autoimmune disease, b. carcinogen, c. cancer, d. noninfectious disease, e. allergen, f. diabetes, g. tumor
b
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008253
__any substance that may cause an allergy
a. autoimmune disease, b. carcinogen, c. cancer, d. noninfectious disease, e. allergen, f. diabetes, g. tumor
e
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008254
__disease in which cells divide out of control
a. autoimmune disease, b. carcinogen, c. cancer, d. noninfectious disease, e. allergen, f. diabetes, g. tumor
c
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008255
__any disease caused by the immune system attacking the bodys own cells
a. autoimmune disease, b. carcinogen, c. cancer, d. noninfectious disease, e. allergen, f. diabetes, g. tumor
a
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008256
Causes of noninfectious diseases include
a. environmental toxins, b. gene mutations, c. pathogens, d. two of the above
d
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
NDQ_008257
Mutations that lead to cancer usually occur in genes that control the
a. cell cycle, b. production of insulin, c. development of the lungs, d. maturation of the reproductive organs
a
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
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Common carcinogens include
a. nicotine, b. UV light, c. radon gas, d. all of the above
d
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
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The most common type of cancer in adult males is cancer of the
a. adrenal gland, b. thyroid gland, c. pituitary gland, d. prostate glan
d
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
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The second-most-common type of cancer in adult males and females is cancer of the
a. stomach, b. liver, c. lung, d. kidney
c
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
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All of the following are autoimmune diseases except
a. type 1 diabetes, b. type 2 diabetes, c. multiple sclerosis, d. rheumatoid arthritis
b
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
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Allergies are
a. never life threatening, b. autoimmune diseases, c. commonly caused by pollen, d. two of the above
c
Lesson: noninfectious diseases Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which cells divide out of control. Normally, the body has ways to prevent cells from dividing out of control. However, in the case of cancer, these ways fail. The rapidly dividing cells may form a mass of abnormal tissue called a tumor. This is illustrated ...
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All of the following are needed for reproduction in males except the
a. testes, b. penis, c. epididymis, d. ureters
d
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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__tube that carries sperm from the epididymis to the urethra
a. penis, b. vas deferens, c. prostate gland, d. sperm, e. epididymis, f. semen, g. testosterone
b
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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__major male sex hormone
a. penis, b. vas deferens, c. prostate gland, d. sperm, e. epididymis, f. semen, g. testosterone
g
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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Which of the following structures is part of two different organ systems in males?
a. vas deferens, b. prostate gland, c. urethra, d. none of the above
c
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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Which statement about sperm is false?
a. Sperm are produced in the testes, b. Maturation of sperm takes place in the vas deferens, c. It takes up to 2 months for sperm to form and mature, d. Sperm are stored in the epididymis until they leave the body
b
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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__whitish fluid that contains sperm
a. penis, b. vas deferens, c. prostate gland, d. sperm, e. epididymis, f. semen, g. testosterone
f
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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__male sex cell
a. penis, b. vas deferens, c. prostate gland, d. sperm, e. epididymis, f. semen, g. testosterone
d
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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The nucleus of a human sperm cell
a. is located in the connecting piece, b. contains 23 chromosomes, c. is packed with mitochondria, d. lacks a nuclear membrane
b
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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__coiled tube where sperm mature
a. penis, b. vas deferens, c. prostate gland, d. sperm, e. epididymis, f. semen, g. testosterone
e
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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A spermatid is a(n)
a. immature sperm cell, b. diploid sex cell in a male, c. cell that will divide to form a sperm, d. sperm cell after it leaves the epididymis
a
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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__male organ that contains the urethra
a. penis, b. vas deferens, c. prostate gland, d. sperm, e. epididymis, f. semen, g. testosterone
a
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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__structure that secretes a fluid that helps form semen
a. penis, b. vas deferens, c. prostate gland, d. sperm, e. epididymis, f. semen, g. testosterone
c
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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Sperm mix with secretions as they pass through the vas deferens.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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An adult male normally produces about 100 sperm each day.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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Testosterone is needed for the production of sperm.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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Sperm are the smallest of all human cells.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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Sperm swim at a speed of about 3 inches per hour.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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What are roles of testosterone in males?
a. causing the sex organs to mature at puberty, b. stimulating the production of sperm by the testes, c. causing facial hair to start growing in teens, d. all of the above
d
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...
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Which of the following statements about sperm is false?
a. Sperm are gametes, b. Sperm are diploid cells, c. The only role of sperm is reproduction, d. Only mature sperm have a tail
b
Lesson: male reproductive system Functions of the Male Reproductive System: The male reproductive system has two main functions: producing sperm and releasing testosterone. Sperm are male gametes, or reproductive cells. Sperm form when certain cells in the male reproductive system divide by meiosis to form haploid cel...