Which statement about somatostatin is incorrect?
a. It is produced by the hypothalamus.
b. It is produced by the pancreatic D cells.
c. It inhibits growth hormone secretion.
d. It inhibits digestion of nutrients and decreases nutrient absorption.
e. It is released in response to a fall in blood glucose and blood amino acids.
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a) walking b) sleeping c) running. d) jumping. e) both c and d
The overall functioning of the ANS contributes to
a. conservation of energy resources when stress levels are low. b. mobilization of energy reserves when stress levels are high. c. suppression of non-vital activities when stress levels are high. d. homeostasis. e. all these answers.
Which of the following statements regarding male reproductive function is FALSE?
A. Sperm formed in the testes enter the epididymis before entering the vas deferens. B. The seminal fluid is alkaline and rich in nutrients. C. The Sertoli cells produce androgen-binding protein. D. Sperm entering the epididymis are fully motile. E. Most of the seminal volume is provided by the secretions of the seminal vesicles and prostate gland.
Of the four extraembryonic membranes of developing amniotes, the __________ functions as a gas-exchange organ
A) Allantois B) Amnion C) Chorion D) Yolk sac Fill in the blank with the correct answer.