Which of the following are structures of the Endocrine System? (Select all that apply)
(Select All that Apply.)
Adrenal glands
Pancreas
Duodenum
Ovaries
Correct Answer : A,B,D,E
A. Adrenal glands: Secrete cortisol, aldosterone, adrenaline-endocrine glands.
B. Pancreas: Has both endocrine (insulin, glucagon) and exocrine functions.
C. Duodenum: Part of the digestive system, not endocrine.
D. Ovaries: Secrete estrogen and progesterone-endocrine function.
E. Hypothalamus: Regulates the pituitary gland- key endocrine controller.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Adrenal gland: Produces cortisol and adrenaline; not melatonin.
B. Pineal gland: Secretes melatonin; controls circadian rhythms.
C. Pituitary gland: Master gland; does not secrete melatonin.
D. Pancreas: Produces insulin and glucagon; unrelated to sleep regulation.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. The ureters are blocked.: Ureters connect kidneys to bladder and are not directly affected by the prostate.
B. The ejaculatory duct is constricted: While the ejaculatory duct passes through the prostate, it doesn't cause urinary obstruction.
C. The prostate surrounds and compresses the urethra: Prostate enlargement compresses the urethra, obstructing urine flow.
D. The bladder becomes compressed.: The bladder may become overfilled but is not compressed by the prostate.
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