organs and their functions Flashcards
1
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Thyroid gland
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Produces thyroxine which controls the rate of metabolism
2
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brain
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contains a sensitive centre called the hypothalamus, which controls the pituitary gland
3
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pancreas
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produces insulin which controls blood sugar levels
4
Q
adrenal glands
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produces adrenaline which prepares the body for rapid activity by increasing the heart rate
5
Q
testes
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produces testosterone which causes changes at puberty and stimulates sperm production
6
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ovary
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produces oestrogen which causes changes at puberty and helps control the menstrual cycle
