The gland that secretes the hormone calcitonin is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The gland that secretes the hormone calcitonin is the:
A. Pituitary
B. Adrenal
C. Parathyroid
D. Thyroid
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Calcitonin is produced by the parafollicular (C) cells of the thyroid gland. It lowers blood calcium levels by inhibiting osteoclast activity and promoting calcium deposition in bones. Parathyroid hormone (from parathyroid glands) raises calcium. Adrenal and pituitary glands have other functions.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Biology Questions

Question #1
The volume of air inspired or expired during normal breathing is called:
A. Tidal volume
B. Total lung capacity
C. Vital capacity
D. Residual volume

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Tidal volume (TV) is the amount of air breathed in or out in one normal respiratory cycle, about 500 mL in a healthy adult. Vital capacity is the maximum air exhaled after a maximum inspiration. Total lung capacity is the total volume of air lungs can hold. Residual volume is the air remaining in lungs after maximum expiration to prevent alveolar collapse.

This question belongs to: Science Biology
Question #2
Identify the correct statement about the respiratory pigment:
A. Hemoglobin contains copper and is red.
B. Hemoglobin is found in white blood cells.
C. Myoglobin stores oxygen in muscles.
D. Hemocyanin contains iron and is blue.

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Myoglobin is an oxygen-binding protein in muscle. Hemoglobin contains iron and is red; hemocyanin contains copper and is blue. Hemoglobin is in RBCs.

This question belongs to: Science Biology
Question #3
In which stage of mitosis do chromosomes align at the cell equator?
A. Prophase
B. Anaphase
C. Metaphase
D. Telophase

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
During metaphase, the nuclear envelope has completely disappeared, and the chromosomes, attached to spindle fibers at their kinetochores, are moved to the center of the cell. This alignment of chromosomes at the cell equator is called the metaphase plate. This stage is crucial for the equal distribution of genetic material to daughter cells.

This question belongs to: Science Biology