151 Module 6 Exam Questions And Answerscomplete Solutions

18. Which of the following is NOT a function of oxytocin? Growth of uterus and vagina Uterine contraction Milk letdown Given to aid in childbirth process {Ans: Growth of uterus and vagina}26. Which of the following is true regarding estrogen? Production is highest in childhood. It causes growth of the uterus and vagina. It decreases fat storage. It causes females to have a narrower pelvis (compared to males). {Ans: It causes growth of the uterus and vagina.}6. Growth hormone______ A. is most active during adulthood. B. is produced by the anterior pituitary gland. C. underproduction is called acromegaly. D. A &C {Ans: B}16. Which cells mature in the thymus? A. B cells B. T cells C. Red blood cells D. the islets of Langerhans E. A & B {Ans: B}Explain the concept of negative feedback and how it helps to maintain homeostasis. {Ans: 1- The effect or increased level of the hormone acts to shut down the con!nued release of the hormone. 2- The brain is constantly monitoring hormone levels to keep levels within a certain range or set-point (homeostasis). Nega!ve feedback is a way of "turning off" hormone produc!on when the desired level is