CB7 Animal Coordination And Homeostasis Flashcards
1
Q
The hormonal system uses c________ messengers
A
chemical
2
Q
Endocrine glands
A
An organ that makes and releases hormones into the blood
3
Q
The pituitary gland releases
A
growth hormone, FSH and LH
4
Q
The thyroid gland releases
A
thyroxin. Controls how quickly chemical reactions happen in the body
5
Q
The pancreas releases
A
insulin and glucagon. Controls blood sugar levels
6
Q
The adrenal releases
A
adrenaline. Gets body ready for fight or flight response
7
Q
The testes release
A
testosterone. Controls male development during puberty
8
Q
Ovaries release
A
oestrogen and progesterone. Controls female development during puberty
9
Q
target organ
A
An organ that is affected by a specific hormone
10
Q
Day 1 of the menstrual cycle
A
when the uterus lining breaks down and the bleed begins
11
Q
Day 14
A
When
