Which Is a Hormonal Response to a Stressful Situation

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which is a hormonal response to a stressful situation?

• A) Negative feedback from cortisol increases secretion of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH).
• B) Secretion of aldosterone by the adrenal gland is decreased.
• C) Negative feedback from cortisol increases the secretion of corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH).
• D) Plasma levels of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) decrease.
• E) Plasma levels of cortisol increase.

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Definitions:

Gastrocnemius Muscles

A major calf muscle that is involved in walking, running, and jumping by flexing the foot at the ankle.

Soleus Muscles

A powerful muscle in the back part of the lower leg (calf) that is involved in standing and walking.

Plantar Flexion

The movement that decreases the angle between the sole of the foot and the back of the leg, as seen when pointing the toes.

Aerobic Respiration

A metabolic process in cells that uses oxygen to convert glucose or other nutrients into energy (ATP), producing carbon dioxide and water as waste products.