Function Of Endocrine System Flashcards
1
Q
Examples of hormones + gland
A
. Testes-testosterone
.ovaries-oestrogen and progesterone
.pituitary gland-ACTH master gland
.adrenal gland-adrenaline
2
Q
What causes fight or flight + side affects?
A
. Sympathetic activates release of adrenaline from adrenal gland
.optimal function
.stimulates heart,contract blood,dilate air passage,sweat,pupil dilation
3
Q
How does fight or flight start and end
A
Hypothalamus responds to stress, at end parasympathetic calms the body down