HPA system

Question 1

phase 1

Answer 1

• hypothalamus releases CRF which stimulates the pituitary gland

Question 2

phase 2

Answer 2

• pituitary gland releases adrenaline which causes bodily changes

Question 3

phase 3

Answer 3

• pituitary gland releases ACTH

Question 4

phase 4

Answer 4

• ACTH notify the adrenal gland to release cortisol

Question 5

phase 5

Answer 5

• hypothalamus and pituitary gland work together to monitor levels of cortisol

Question 6

CRF

Answer 6

• corticotropin releasing factors

Question 7

pituitary gland

Answer 7

• controls all hormones

Question 8

ACTH

Answer 8

• controls the production/release of cortisol

Question 9

cortisol

Answer 9

• stress hormone