endocrine system

Question 1

What is the function of the pituitary gland?
What is an example of a hormone it releases?

Answer 1

Controls the release of hormones from other glands
Hormone=ACTH

Question 2

What is the function of the pancreas?
What is an example of a hormone it releases? (2)

Answer 2

Regulates blood sugar levels, problems with this system>diabetes
Hormone=insulin and glucagon

Question 3

What is the function of the adrenal glands?
What is an example of a hormone it releases? (2)

Answer 3

Regulates biological effects of the fight or flight response, increasing heart rate, blood supply to muscles and sweating
Hormone=adrenaline and cortisol

Question 4

What is the function of the ovaries (female) and testicles (male)?
What is an example of a hormone it releases? (2)

Answer 4

Reproductive glands that develops secondary sexual characteristics in both males and females, appearing at puberty
Hormone=oestrogen (ovaries) and testosterone (testicles)

Question 5

What is the endocrine system? (2)

Answer 5

-Collection of glands around the body that regulate bodily functions, growth, and psychological factors
-Acts by releasing chemical messengers called hormones into the bloodstream

Question 6

What are the 4 major glands within the endocrine system?

Answer 6

-Pituatury gland
-Pancreas
-Ardenal gland
-Ovaries and testicles