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Biopsychology: Glands + Hormones (paper 2) Flashcards

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What are the names of the names of the Glands?

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Thyroid, Adrenal Medulla, Adrenal Cortex, Testes, Ovaries, Pineal.

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What is the main hormone and effects of Thyroid?

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Thyroxine. Regulates metabolic rate and protein synthesis.

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What is the main hormone and effects of Adrenal Medulla?

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Adrenaline and noradrenaline. Fight or flight response

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What is the main hormone and effects of Adrenal Cortex?

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Corticosteroids. Release of glucose and fats for energy.

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What is the main hormone and effects of testes?

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Testosterone. Male sexual characteristics.

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What is the main hormone and effects of ovaries?

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Oestrogen. Female sexual characteristics.

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What is the main hormone and effects of pineal.

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Melatonin. Sleep-wake cycle.

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