Which of the Following Statements About Ginkgo Biloba Is True

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about ginkgo biloba is true?

• A) It is a memory enhancer.
• B) It is an anticoagulant.
• C) Its use results in less cognitive decline.
• D) It is inexpensive to produce.

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Definitions:

Adrenal Gland

An organ located above the kidneys that produces hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which regulate stress response.

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland in the neck that produces hormones primarily responsible for regulating metabolism and energy use in the body.

General Adaptive Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) that the body goes through when exposed to prolonged stress, as proposed by Hans Selye.

Adaptation

The process by which individuals adjust to changes in their environment or circumstances to maintain functionality.