Question

2. What happens if the growth hormones are secreted (a) less in quantity (b) excessive in quantity:
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Answer 1

Answer:

if the growth hormones are secreted less, then the person may become a dwarf

if the growth hormone is secreted more, the person may become a giant

Answer 2

a. Too little growth hormone (deficiency) results in poor growth in children. In adults, it causes a reduced sense of wellbeing, increased fat, increased risk of heart disease and weak heart, muscles and bones.

b. In adults, excessive growth hormone for a long period of time produces a condition known as acromegaly in which patients have swelling of the hands and feet and altered facial features. These patients also have organ enlargement and serious functional disorders such as high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease.