endocrine system Flashcards
1
Q
glands and hormones
A
-glands release hormones into our bloodstream
-e.g thyroid gland releases thyroxine
2
Q
fight or flight
A
1- threat perceived
2- ans changes from parasympathetic to sympathetic nervous system
3- triggers release of adrenaline
4- physiological changes e.g heart rate, dry mouth
5- threat passes and ans returns to sympathetic, may take a while