Structures of the Endocrine System Flashcards
1
Q
A pea-sized gland that is divided into two parts, the anterior and posterior lobes. “This controls the activity of other endocrine glands”.
The lobes hang from a stalk-like structure located below the hypothalamus in the brain.
A
Pituitary Glands
2
Q
This controls blood glucose levels.
A
Pancreatic Islets
3
Q
This influences the sleep-wakefulness cycle.
A
Pineal gland
4
Q
This regulates electrolyte levels.
A
Adrenal glands
5
Q
This stimulates metabolism.
A
Thyroid gland