endocrine system

Question 1

What is the endocrine system? How is this system carried out?

Answer 1

-Collection of glands around the body that regulate bodily functions, growth, and psychological factors
-By releasing hormones into the bloodstream

Question 2

What are the 4 major glands within the endocrine system?

Answer 2

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

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Controls the release of hormones from other glands
Hormone=ACTH

Question 4

What is the function of the pancreas? What happpens if there’s a problem with this system?
What is an example of a hormone it releases? (2)

Answer 4

Regulates blood sugar levels, diabetes
Hormone=insulin and glucagon

Question 5

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

Answer 5

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

Question 6

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

Answer 6

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