Unit 6

True or False Endocrine glands release their secretions directly into the bloodstream.

Endocrine glands are cells that secrete ___________. sex characteristics spermatazoa DNA hormones

When the udder is stimulated, nerve impulses pass through the __________ to the brain. alveoli heart spinal cord thyroid

The __________is a long winding tube with various enlarged sacs, beginning with the mouth and ending at the anus. abomasum esophagus alimentary canal pharynx

True or False The abomasum absorbs most of the excess water from the digestive contents as it passes from the rumen.

Each hormone stimulates ____________ cells in the target gland or organ. receptor impulse secreting epinephrine

The ____________ regulates (controls) the level of thyroxin in the bloodstream in response to a stimulus (cold exposure). oxytocin pituitary endocrine hypothalamus

True or False Muscular contractions move the food down the esophagus to the stomach.

____________ is needed for the survival of spermatozoa. Testosterone Reproduction Lutein Lactation

Three primary sources of enzymes which break down fats, proteins, and carbohydrates include: gastric, liver and pancreatic and ___________. cardiac prehension reticulum intestinal

True or False Epinephrine is a hormone.

What hormone will overcome the action of oxytocin and shut off the milk ejection reflex? Epinephrine Estrogen Progesterone

are the glands in the male that are specifically related to maleness. Vas Deferens Testicles Testosterene

Of the four compartments in a ruminant stomach which is the true stomach? Renal Abomasum Cecum

The __________ is the largest internal organ. It secretes bile, which helps digest fats. liver stomach abomasum gizzard

Estrogen a. Regulate sodium and potassium metabolism b. Stimulate conversion of protein to carbohydrates for energy… c. Controls metabolism and affects growth, reproduction, and nutrient assimilation d. Promotes growth of most tissues e. Regulate masculine secondary sexual characteristics f. Stimulates thyroid gland g. Regulates glucose metabolism h. Promotes female sexual behavior; stimulates mammary growth. i. Regulates metabolism of calcium and phosphorus j. Stimulates uterine contractions and milk letdown k. Prepares uterus, maintains pregnancy and prepares mammary glands for lactation. l. Facilitates dilation of birth canal. m. Decreases blood serum levels of calcium. n. Stimulates follicle growth on the ovaries and sperm production in the male o. Aids in adaptation to light-dark cycles

Insulin & Glucagon a. Regulate sodium and potassium metabolism b. Stimulate conversion of protein to carbohydrates for energy… c. Controls metabolism and affects growth, reproduction, and nutrient assimilation d. Promotes growth of most tissues e. Regulate masculine secondary sexual characteristics f. Stimulates thyroid gland g. Regulates glucose metabolism h. Promotes female sexual behavior; stimulates mammary growth. i. Regulates metabolism of calcium and phosphorus j. Stimulates uterine contractions and milk letdown k. Prepares uterus, maintains pregnancy and prepares mammary glands for lactation. l. Facilitates dilation of birth canal. m. Decreases blood serum levels of calcium. n. Stimulates follicle growth on the ovaries and sperm production in the male o. Aids in adaptation to light-dark cycles

Relaxin a. Regulate sodium and potassium metabolism b. Stimulate conversion of protein to carbohydrates for energy… c. Controls metabolism and affects growth, reproduction, and nutrient assimilation d. Promotes growth of most tissues e. Regulate masculine secondary sexual characteristics f. Stimulates thyroid gland g. Regulates glucose metabolism h. Promotes female sexual behavior; stimulates mammary growth. i. Regulates metabolism of calcium and phosphorus j. Stimulates uterine contractions and milk letdown k. Prepares uterus, maintains pregnancy and prepares mammary glands for lactation. l. Facilitates dilation of birth canal. m. Decreases blood serum levels of calcium. n. Stimulates follicle growth on the ovaries and sperm production in the male o. Aids in adaptation to light-dark cycles

Thyroxine a. Regulate sodium and potassium metabolism b. Stimulate conversion of protein to carbohydrates for energy… c. Controls metabolism and affects growth, reproduction, and nutrient assimilation d. Promotes growth of most tissues e. Regulate masculine secondary sexual characteristics f. Stimulates thyroid gland g. Regulates glucose metabolism h. Promotes female sexual behavior; stimulates mammary growth. i. Regulates metabolism of calcium and phosphorus j. Stimulates uterine contractions and milk letdown k. Prepares uterus, maintains pregnancy and prepares mammary glands for lactation. l. Facilitates dilation of birth canal. m. Decreases blood serum levels of calcium. n. Stimulates follicle growth on the ovaries and sperm production in the male o. Aids in adaptation to light-dark cycles

Oxytocin a. Regulate sodium and potassium metabolism b. Stimulate conversion of protein to carbohydrates for energy… c. Controls metabolism and affects growth, reproduction, and nutrient assimilation d. Promotes growth of most tissues e. Regulate masculine secondary sexual characteristics f. Stimulates thyroid gland g. Regulates glucose metabolism h. Promotes female sexual behavior; stimulates mammary growth. i. Regulates metabolism of calcium and phosphorus j. Stimulates uterine contractions and milk letdown k. Prepares uterus, maintains pregnancy and prepares mammary glands for lactation. l. Facilitates dilation of birth canal. m. Decreases blood serum levels of calcium. n. Stimulates follicle growth on the ovaries and sperm production in the male o. Aids in adaptation to light-dark cycles

Follicle-stimulating Hormone (FSH) a. Regulate sodium and potassium metabolism b. Stimulate conversion of protein to carbohydrates for energy… c. Controls metabolism and affects growth, reproduction, and nutrient assimilation d. Promotes growth of most tissues e. Regulate masculine secondary sexual characteristics f. Stimulates thyroid gland g. Regulates glucose metabolism h. Promotes female sexual behavior; stimulates mammary growth. i. Regulates metabolism of calcium and phosphorus j. Stimulates uterine contractions and milk letdown k. Prepares uterus, maintains pregnancy and prepares mammary glands for lactation. l. Facilitates dilation of birth canal. m. Decreases blood serum levels of calcium. n. Stimulates follicle growth on the ovaries and sperm production in the male o. Aids in adaptation to light-dark cycles

Growth Hormone (STH) a. Regulate sodium and potassium metabolism b. Stimulate conversion of protein to carbohydrates for energy… c. Controls metabolism and affects growth, reproduction, and nutrient assimilation d. Promotes growth of most tissues e. Regulate masculine secondary sexual characteristics f. Stimulates thyroid gland g. Regulates glucose metabolism h. Promotes female sexual behavior; stimulates mammary growth. i. Regulates metabolism of calcium and phosphorus j. Stimulates uterine contractions and milk letdown k. Prepares uterus, maintains pregnancy and prepares mammary glands for lactation. l. Facilitates dilation of birth canal. m. Decreases blood serum levels of calcium. n. Stimulates follicle growth on the ovaries and sperm production in the male o. Aids in adaptation to light-dark cycles

Thyrocalcitonin a. Regulate sodium and potassium metabolism b. Stimulate conversion of protein to carbohydrates for energy… c. Controls metabolism and affects growth, reproduction, and nutrient assimilation d. Promotes growth of most tissues e. Regulate masculine secondary sexual characteristics f. Stimulates thyroid gland g. Regulates glucose metabolism h. Promotes female sexual behavior; stimulates mammary growth. i. Regulates metabolism of calcium and phosphorus j. Stimulates uterine contractions and milk letdown k. Prepares uterus, maintains pregnancy and prepares mammary glands for lactation. l. Facilitates dilation of birth canal. m. Decreases blood serum levels of calcium. n. Stimulates follicle growth on the ovaries and sperm production in the male o. Aids in adaptation to light-dark cycles

Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) a. Regulate sodium and potassium metabolism b. Stimulate conversion of protein to carbohydrates for energy… c. Controls metabolism and affects growth, reproduction, and nutrient assimilation d. Promotes growth of most tissues e. Regulate masculine secondary sexual characteristics f. Stimulates thyroid gland g. Regulates glucose metabolism h. Promotes female sexual behavior; stimulates mammary growth. i. Regulates metabolism of calcium and phosphorus j. Stimulates uterine contractions and milk letdown k. Prepares uterus, maintains pregnancy and prepares mammary glands for lactation. l. Facilitates dilation of birth canal. m. Decreases blood serum levels of calcium. n. Stimulates follicle growth on the ovaries and sperm production in the male o. Aids in adaptation to light-dark cycles