Anatomy and Physiology Quiz 1

1. Which of these is an inflammatory condition?

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2. If a person's thyroid gland is malfunctioning, which of the following consequences will be readily observed?

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3. Correctly identify the zone of the adrenal cortex that releases cortisol:

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4. Obesity is a health concern for a number of reasons. A large component that makes it more dangerous for a person’s heart is the increased viscosity of the blood. In other words, the heavier a person gets, the thicker their blood becomes. Why is this a heart issue?

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5. With Cushing's Syndrome, cortisol is overproduced by the adrenal glands. Why is this a bad thing?

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6. Which area of the body DOES NOT have an endocrine gland?

 

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7. Which of these terms specifically refers to the hardening of arteries through the formation of plaques?

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