The Endocrine System Flashcards
1
Q
The endocrine system
A
hormones releases from glands pass through the blood stream which changes the bodies behaviour
2
Q
Hypothalamus
A
Controls release of hormones from pituitary gland
3
Q
Pituitary gland
A
Releases hormones that control the release of hormones from other glands
4
Q
Pineal gland
A
releases melatonin which is needed in the sleep wake cycle
5
Q
Thyroid
A
Releases thyroxine which regulates metabolism
6
Q
Cortex
A
Releases cortisol which releases glucose into the immune system
7
Q
Medula
A
Releases arenaline and noradrenaline which is needed in flight or fight
8
Q
Ovaries
A
Release oestrogen used in the femal reproductive system
9
Q
Testes
A
Release testosterone which is needed for male sex characteristics and muscle growth
10
Q
Fight or flight
A
- key to survival
- sympathetic NS kicks in to prepare body
- adrenaline is released from adrenal medula
- to return to homeostasis the parasympathetic NS kicks in
