The Sogdians Were Responsible for Which of the Following Achievements

question 19

Multiple Choice

The Sogdians were responsible for which of the following achievements?

• A) Blending Christian and Jewish beliefs to create a new religion
• B) Adopting the techniques of siege warfare from Alexander's heirs
• C) Linking the two ends of the Silk Road through their oasis cities
• D) Organizing the caravan trade across the Sahara Desert

Explain how the hypothalamus coordinates endocrine responses.

Understand the physiological role of calcium regulation by the parathyroid and thyroid glands.

Describe the role of the adrenal cortex in regulating electrolyte and water balance.

Understand the structure and function of the sensory system in vertebrates.

---

Definitions:

Contraception

A method or device used to prevent pregnancy.

Breast Cancer

A form of cancer that develops from breast tissue, signified by a lump in the breast or changes in breast shape.

Enlarged Lymph Nodes

An increase in size of the lymph nodes, which can be indicative of infection, inflammation, or malignancy.

Hypertensive Heart Disease

A range of heart disorders caused or complicated by high blood pressure, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and hypertrophy of the heart muscle.