biopsychology 1.3

Question 1

what is the function of the endocrine system?

Answer 1

works alongside the nervous system to control vital functions in the body through the action of hormones

tt tell glands in our body when to release hormones

Question 2

which system does the endocrine system work slower than?

Answer 2

the nervous system

Question 3

what are glands?

Answer 3

organs in our body that produce hormones

Question 4

the key endocrine gland

Answer 4

pituitary gland

Question 5

where is the pituitary gland located?

Answer 5

the brain

Question 6

function of pituitary ‘master’ gland

Answer 6

controls the release of hormones from all other endocrine glands in the body

Question 7

hypothalamus function

Answer 7

controls release of hormones from pituitary gland

the hypothalamus is a small area in the centre of the brain

it helps produce hormones that regulate heart rate, body temperature, hunger, and the sleep-wake cycle

Question 8

what is the pituitary gland divided into?

Answer 8

anterior (front) lobe

posterior (rear) lobe

Question 9

anterior lobe (pituitary gland)

Answer 9

releases adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)

this stimulates the adrenal cortex and the release of cortisol

Question 10

posterior lobe (pituitary gland)

Answer 10

releases oxytocin, love hormone responsible for uterus contractions during childbirth

Question 11

ovaries

Answer 11

release oestrogen, controls regulation of female reproductive system including menstrual cycle and pregnancy

Question 12

adrenal gland

Answer 12

divided into two parts:
adrenal medula
adrenal cortex

Question 13

adrenal medula

Answer 13

releases adrenaline and noradrenaline which play a key role in fight or flight

Question 14

adrenal cortex

Answer 14

releases cortisol which stimulates the release of glucose while supressing the immune system

Question 15

testes

Answer 15

release androgens which induces testosterone

responsible for development of male sex characteristics during puberty and muscle growth

Question 16

why is the endocrine system slower than the nervous system?

Answer 16

because hormones have to travel through the bloodstream

however the effect is longer lasting and widespread

Question 16

what does the endocrine system consist of?

Answer 16

glands that secrete hormones, unlike nervous system that uses nerve impulses to transmit information

endocrine system uses blood vessels

Question 17

how does the body regulate behaviour as a result of biological processes?

Answer 17

glands regulate themselves like a thermostat, once a sufficient amount is in the bloodstream the gland stops secreting hormones

whilst the hormones may come into contact with all organs, they only have an impact on a limited number known as target cells

this is how the body regulates behaviour as a result of biological processes