Chapter 7 (Endocrine Glands)

Question 1

hypothalamus

Answer 1

makes and releases hormones that direct other glands, directs the activity of the pituitary gland

Question 2

pituitary

Answer 2

produces and releases hormones that regulate various bodily functions, including growth, metabolism, reproduction, and response to stress, by controlling other endocrine glands

Question 3

thyroid

Answer 3

keeps critical minerals like calcium and sodium in balance, affects the body’s metabolism

Question 4

parathyroid

Answer 4

keeps critical minerals like calcium and sodium in balance

Question 5

adrenal

Answer 5

keeps minerals in balance, maintains volume of water and salt, and makes hormones for the flight-or-fight response

Question 6

pancreas

Answer 6

secretes hormones that help the body control the level of sugar in the blood, secretes enzymes by ducts directly into your intestines to help with digestion

Question 7

gonads (ovaries and testes)

Answer 7

makes hormones that help drive sexual development, help with reproduction and with the expression of male and female characteristics