Glands and Hormones - Hormones Flashcards
1
Q
What are hormones?
A
Chemicals that circulate in the bloodstream and are carried to target sites throughout the body.
2
Q
What cells do hormones affect?
A
Their target cells.
3
Q
Why do target cells respond to a particular hormone?
A
Because they have receptors for that hormone.
4
Q
When will a physiological reaction occur in the target cell?
A
When enough receptor sites are stimulated by a hormone.
5
Q
What are the two factors that are critical for normal functioning?
A
Levels of hormone released.
Timing of hormone released.
