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3.4. The Endocrine System Flashcards

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1
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What are the key glands? (6)

A
  • hypothalamus
  • pituitary gland
  • pineal gland
  • adrenal gland
  • ovaries
  • testes
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What is the effect of the hypothalamus?

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Stimulates and controls the releases of hormones form the pituitary gland

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What is the main hormone released from the POSTERIOR pituitary gland?

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Oxytocin

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What is the main hormone released from the ANTERIOR pituitary gland?

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ACTH

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What is the effect of the hormone released from the ANTERIOR pituitary gland?

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ACTH stimulates the adrenal cortex and release of cortisol during the stress response

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What is the effect of the hormone released from the POSTERIOR pituitary gland?

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Oxytocin is responsible for uterus contractions during childbirth

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What hormone is released from the pineal gland?

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Melatonin

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What is the effect of the hormone released from the pineal gland?

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Melatonin is responsible for important biological cycles, including the sleep- wake cycle

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What hormone is released from the adrenal medulla in the adrenal gland?

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Adrenaline/noradrenaline

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What hormone is released from the adrenal cortex in the adrenal gland?

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Cortisol

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What is the effect of the hormone released from the adrenal medulla?

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Adrenaline and noradrenaline are key hormones in the fight or flight response

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What is the effect of the hormone released from the adrenal cortex?

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Cortisol stimulates the release of glucose to provide the body with energy while suppressing the immune system

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What hormone is released from the ovaries?

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Oestrogen

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What is the effect of the hormone released from the ovaries?

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Oestrogen controls the regulation of the female reproductive system, including the menstrual cycle and pregnancy

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What hormone is released from the testes?

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Testosterone

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What is the effect of the hormone released from the testes?

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Testosterone is responsible for the development of male sex characteristics during puberty, while also promoting muscle growth

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