Endocrine System

Question 1

Endocrine System

Answer 1

Works in conjunction with the nervous system to regulate body systems, maintain chemical balance, and control metabolic function.

Accomplished through the release of hormones from endocrine glands into the blood stream.

Question 2

Pituitary gland

Answer 2

Function: Growth, salt and water balance, reproduction, and metabolism

Question 3

Hypothalamus gland

Answer 3

Function: Growth, salt and water balance, reproduction, and metabolism

Question 4

Thyroid gland

Answer 4

Metabolism

Question 5

Parathyroid glands

Answer 5

Move calcium from the bone into the bloodstream

Question 6

Adrenal glands

Answer 6

Regulates electrolyte levels in the body

Question 7

Adrenal medulla gland

Answer 7

Releases neurotransmitters used to aid sympathetic nervous system

Question 8

Pineal gland

Answer 8

Releases melatonin to help regulate sleep patterns

Question 9

Pancreas

Answer 9

Specialized cells that produce insulin, which is necessary for blood sugar to move from the blood into the cells.