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IB DP Biology- D3.3 Homeostasis - IB Style Questions For SL Paper 1A -FA 2025

Question

Which row below provides the correct combination of gland, hormone, and its main action in the endocrine system?
OptionGlandHormoneAction
Apinealmelatonincontrols circadian rhythm
Badrenalepinephrine (adrenaline)controls circadian rhythm
Cadrenalmelatoninprepares the body for vigorous activity
Dpinealepinephrine (adrenaline)prepares the body for vigorous activity
▶️ Answer/Explanation
Detailed solution

The pineal gland produces melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate the body’s circadian rhythm. This makes row A the only correct match. ✅ Answer: (A)

Question

The diagram shows the structure of human skin.

Skin diagram

What are X, Y and Z?

Skin labels table
▶️ Answer/Explanation

Answer: C

Identifying structures:

X:
• X points to a coiled tube deep in the dermis.
• This is the characteristic shape and location of a sweat gland.

Y:
• Y attaches to the side of the hair follicle at an angle.
• This is the hair erector muscle (arrector pili), responsible for goosebumps.

Z:
• Z is a long, thin structure connected to a receptor ending.
• This represents a sensory neurone carrying impulses from skin receptors.

Correct Matching:

LabelStructure
XSweat gland
YHair erector muscle
ZSensory neurone

Answer: C

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