Endocrine Flashcards
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Hormone
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Chemical signal carried by blood to be target cells
1
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Endocrine system
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Glands that release hormones to be used elsewhere
2
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Gland
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Makes hormones
3
Q
Target cell
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Cell whose receptors charge and shape allows binding
4
Q
Endocrine disruptors
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Contaminants that mimic shape of hormone and cause cell to act weird
5
Q
Homeostasis
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Maintaining constant internal environment when environment changes
6
Q
Positive feedbacl
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Change is amplified ex north and things to help it after
Pain
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