Question

question 15 (2.5 points)
the pituitary hormone that stimulates milk production by the mammary glands is
______.
○ fsh
○ tsh
○ gh
○ prolactin
question 16 (2.5 points)
what is secreted when blood glucose levels rise?
○ insulin
○ glucagon
○ hemoglobin
○ oxygen
question 17 (2.5 points)
the adrenal medulla produces ______.
○ glucocorticoids
○ androgens
○ mineralocorticoids
○ catecholamines

Explanation:

Question 15

FSH (Follicle - Stimulating Hormone) is involved in reproductive processes like follicle development in females and sperm production in males. TSH (Thyroid - Stimulating Hormone) stimulates the thyroid gland. GH (Growth Hormone) is for growth and metabolism. Prolactin is specifically known to stimulate milk production by the mammary glands.

When blood glucose levels rise, the pancreas secretes insulin. Insulin helps cells take in glucose, thus reducing blood glucose levels. Glucagon is secreted when blood glucose is low to raise it. Hemoglobin is for oxygen transport in blood, and oxygen is a gas needed for respiration, not related to regulating blood glucose.

Glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids are produced by the adrenal cortex. Androgens are also produced by the adrenal cortex (and testes/ovaries). The adrenal medulla produces catecholamines (like epinephrine and norepinephrine) which are involved in the "fight - or - flight" response.

Answer:

prolactin

Question 16