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1
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specific cell a hormone binds to
and acts on (carries a message to).

A

Target cell

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2
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found on the surface of their
membranes of the target cells, they are protein
molecules that recognize specific hormones only

A

Receptors

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3
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specialized nerve cell
that, when stimulated, releases hormones
directly into the bloodstream for delivery to its
target cells.

A

Neurosecretory cell

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4
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operates as a cycle in which the last step
affects the first step.

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Feedback system

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5
Q

endocrine gland decreases its
activity in response to an increased concentration of the
substance it regulates.

A

Negative feedback system

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6
Q

operates when an endocrine gland
increases its rate of hormonal secretion in response to a rising
concentration of the substance the hormone regulates.

A

Positive feedback system

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7
Q

Main regulator of
homeostasis.
Found at the base of your
brain.
Produces hormones that help
turn on and off the other
endocrine glands in your
body. Like, oxytocin and the
antidiuretic hormone (ADH).

A

Hypothalamus

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8
Q

Is a pea-sized gland found in the center of the
skin, right behind the bridge of the nose,
below the hypothalamus of the brain.
§ Divided into Anterior Pituitary and Posterior
Pituitary Gland, each secretes different
hormones.
§ Receives instructions from the hypothalamus
through the releasing hormones.

A

Pituitary gland

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9
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Located in the neck region and produces two hormonesthyroxine and calcitonin.

A

Thyroid gland

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10
Q

Promotes growth and development

A

Thyroxin

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11
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Controls calcium level in blood

A

Calcitonin

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12
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Four tiny glands embedded
on the surface of the thyroid.
Secretes the parathyroid
hormone which promotes
digestion of bone tissue to
release calcium to the blood.

A

Parathyroid gland

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13
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mineral that
keeps your nerves and
muscles working properly.

A

Calcium

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14
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Is an organ with both
endocrine and exocrine
cells.

A

Pancreas

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15
Q

enzymes
that aid in digestion in
the small intestine.

A

Exocrine cels

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16
Q

which
are arranged in bunches
called Pancreatic Islets,
secrete insulin and
glucagon.

A

Endocrine cell

17
Q

plays an
important role in
keeping the levels of
sugar (glucose) in the
bloodstream under
control.

A

Insulin

18
Q

does
exactly the opposite.
It increases the level
of sugar in the body
by speeding up the
conversion of
glycogen to sugar in
the liver.

A

Glucagon

19
Q

consists of two parts- the
inner layer called the adrenal
medulla and the outer layer
called the adrenal cortex.

A

Adrenal gland

20
Q

also called
adrenaline) increases heart
rate, stimulates faster
breathing, and enlarges the
pupils of the eyes.

A

Epinephrine

21
Q

together
with epinephrine it makes
more fuel available to the body
cells.

A

Nonrepinephrene

22
Q

steroid
hormones that promote
glucose synthesis and break
down fats and proteins.

A

Corticosteroids

23
Q

Located near the thalamus
of the brain.
• Produces melatonin which
regulates body rhythms and
sleep patterns.

A

Pineal gland

24
Q

The human reproductive
organs.

A

Gonads

25
Q

The importance of female reproductive organ

A

Colon

26
Q

also
known as oviducts, uterine
tubes, and salpinges, are two
very fine tubes leading from
the ovaries of female mammals
into the uterus.

A

Fallopian tubes

27
Q

fringe of tissue
near the ovary leading to the
Fallopian tubes. When
ovulation is about to occur, the
sex hormones activate the
fimbria, causing it to hit the
ovary in a gentle, sweeping
motion.

A

Fimbria

28
Q

part of the vertebrae
female reproductive system.

A

Ovaries

29
Q

accept a fertilized ovum

A

Uterus

30
Q

Fertilized ovum is also known as

A

Embryo

31
Q

Opening of vagina

A

Cervix

32
Q

pouch or other
flexible enclosure with waterproof
or gasproof walls

A

Urethra and Bladder

33
Q

an elastic, muscular
canal with a soft, flexible lining that provides
lubrication and sensation.

A

Vagina

34
Q

external genital orgrans of
the female

A

Vulva

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