Question

choose the root that means gland on top of the kidney.
gonad/o
adren/o
hypophys/is
thel
question 8
corticosteroids are hormones released from the adrenal cortex. the category called mineralocorticoids affects the bodys metabolism of:
sugar
sodium and potassium
water
lipids

Explanation:

• For the first question:
• The root "adren/o" is derived from the Latin word "adrenal" which means "gland on top of the kidney" (the adrenal gland).
• "Gonad/o" refers to the gonads (ovaries or testes).
• "Hypophys/is" refers to the pituitary gland.
• "Thel" is not a relevant root for this meaning.
• For the second question:
• Mineralocorticoids (such as aldosterone) mainly act on the kidneys to regulate the balance of sodium and potassium. They promote sodium re - absorption and potassium excretion.
• Glucocorticoids are more involved in sugar metabolism.
• While water balance is somewhat related (as sodium re - absorption can affect water re - absorption due to osmosis), the primary direct effect of mineralocorticoids is on sodium and potassium.
• Lipids are not the main focus of mineralocorticoid action.

Answer:

• First question: adren/o
• Second question: sodium and potassium