Question

Match the following hormones with their respective functions. (5 Marks)

A. Thyroxine I. Prepares the body for
emergency situations
B. Insulin II. Helps in development of facial and chest hair
C. Adrenaline III. Lowers the blood sugar level

D. Testosterone IV. Regulates carbohydrates, proteins
and fats metabolism

Answer 1

• Thyroxine secreted by thyroid gland regulates carbohydrates, proteins and fat metabolism, appetite and heart rate.
  (1 Mark)

• Insulin secreted by the pancreas is responsible for regulating the blood sugar levels in our body.
  (1 Mark)

• Adrenal gland secretes adrenaline into the bloodstream which then prepares the body for emergency situations.
  (1 Mark)

• Testes secrete testosterone that is responsible for secondary sexual characteristics in boys like growth of facial and chest hair. (1 Mark)
• So, the correct answer is

A. Thyroxine - IV Regulates carbohydrates, proteins and fats metabolism,

B. Insulin - III. Lowers the blood sugar level,
C. Adrenaline - I. Prepares the body for emergency situations,
D. Testosterone - II. Helps in development of facial and chest hair. (1 Mark)