Each of the Following Is One of the Three Key

question 237

Multiple Choice

Each of the following is one of the three key glands activated by stress during the alarm reaction stage EXCEPT the ______.

• A) adrenal gland
• B) hypothalamus
• C) pituitary
• D) pineal gland

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Definitions:

Hormones

Regulatory substances produced in an organism and transported in tissue fluids such as blood or sap to stimulate specific cells or tissues into action.

Developing Gametes

The process of gametogenesis, where germ cells undergo division and maturation to form mature sperm in males or ova (eggs) in females.

Developing Embryo/Fetus

Refers to the growth and development process of a new organism inside a mother's womb, from conception until birth.

Luteal Phase

Portion of the menstrual cycle extending from the time of formation of the corpus luteum after ovulation to the time when menstrual flow begins; usually 14 days in length; also called secretory phase.