Which of the Following Changes to the Endocrine System Is

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following changes to the endocrine system is not a result of aging?

• A) GH secretion decreases
• B) Melatonin secretion decreases
• C) Thyroid hormone secretion decreases
• D) Parathyroid hormone secretion decreases

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Definitions:

Schemas

Cognitive structures that help us organize and interpret information, based on our accumulated knowledge and experience.

Sensory Input

Information received by the senses that can then be processed by the brain.

Absolute Thresholds

The minimum intensity at which a stimulus can be detected by the senses 50% of the time.

Sensory Adaptation

The process by which sensory receptors become less sensitive to constant stimuli, allowing organisms to focus on changes in their environment.