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Question 1

Which hormones does the pituitary gland secrete, where do they target, and what is their effect?

Answer 1

The pituitary gland secretes:
* ADH (anti-diuretic hormone) - increases reabsorption of water at the kidneys to control blood water content.
* Growth hormone - regulates growth everywhere.
* TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) - stimulates thyroid gland to make hormones.

Question 2

Which hormone does the thyroid gland secrete, where does it target, and what is its effect?

Answer 2

The thyroid gland secretes thyroxine, which…
* maintains basal metabolic rate
* aids brain development
* maintains heart and muscle function

Question 3

Which hormone does the pancreas secrete, where does it target, and what is its effect?

Answer 3

The pancreas secretes insulin, which targets the liver, increasing conversion of glucose into glycogen for storage to control blood glucose levels.

Question 4

Which hormone does the adrenal gland secrete, where does it target, and what is its effect?

Answer 4

The adrenal gland secretes adrenaline, which prepares the body for a ‘fight or flight’ response, increasing breathing rate, blood flow to muscles, heart rate and glycogen to glucose conversion.

Question 5

Which hormone do the ovaries secrete, where does it target, and what is its effect?

Answer 5

The ovaries secrete oestrogen, which…
* is vital for the menstrual cycle and pregnancy
* aids bone strength
* controls puberty (targeting the reproductive tract, urinary tract, blood vessels, breasts, skin, pelvic muscles, brain etc.)

Question 6

Which hormone does the testes secrete, where does it target, and what is its effect?

Answer 6

The testes secrete testosterone, which…
* leads to development in boys’ external genitalia and prostate gland
* regulates libido (sex drive)
* increases muscle mass and body/facial hair