The Endocrine System

Question 1

What is the Endocrine System?

Answer 1

A collection of glands around the body that regulate bodily functions, growth and psychological factors. Acts by releasing hormones into the blood

Question 2

Outline the process of the endocrine system

Answer 2

Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream in response to signals from the brain, hormones travel to target cells and stimulate receptors in these cells, hormone causes a physiological reaction in cell, alters activity

Question 3

What is the function of the pituitary gland?

Answer 3

Produces hormones that regulate the endocrine system and influences the release of hormones from other glands

Question 4

What is the function of the adrenal gland?

Answer 4

Secretes the release of adrenaline- important for fight or flight

Question 5

What is the function of the testes?

Answer 5

Facilitate the release of testosterone

Question 6

What is the function of the ovaries?

Answer 6

Facilitate the release of oestrogen and progesterone