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Trimester 1 Endocrinology |
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Assignment Due Dates |
Topics:
You are responsible for the following topics in chapters 7 and 10 covered in your Physiology textbook and in class notes.
- the endocrine system in general
- homeostatic control mechanisms
- signal transduction pathways
| Essays: Write a complete answer with drawings to THREE questions from the FOUR possible choices found below. Each essay has a value is 33.33%. There is no extra-credit question. The exam should not be longer than 12 pages including graphics. No references are required. | |||
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What are the components of a homeostatic reflex and how do they work? A specific example is expected to fully explain your points. | ||
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How do protein hormones stimulate their target cell? | ||
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What are the roles of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland in the endocrine system? | ||
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How do non-protein hormones stimulate their target cell? | ||
| Date: See Due Dates Listing. | |||