The endocrine system

Question 1

what is the endocrine system

Answer 1

a complex network of glands and organs.

Question 2

what is the function of the endocrine system

Answer 2

It uses hormones to control and coordinate your body’s metabolism, energy level, reproduction, growth and development, and response to injury, stress, and mood.

Question 3

where are hormones produces

Answer 3

hormones are produced in (and secreted by) various glands, called endocrine glands.

Question 4

what are some examples of glands

Answer 4

pituitary gland, ovaries, testes, thyroid, adrenal gland, pancreas

Question 5

what is the function of pituitary gland

Answer 5

it produces many hormones that regulate body conditions. it is sometimes called the ‘master gland’ because these hormones act on other glands, directing them to release hormones that bring about change.

Question 6

what is the function of ovaries

Answer 6

produces oestrogen, which is involved in the menstrual cycles

Question 7

what is the function of the testes

Answer 7

produces testosterone, which controls puberty and sperm production in males

Question 8

what is the function of the thyroid gland

Answer 8

this produces thyroxine, which is involved in regulating things like the rate of metabolism, heart rate and temperature.

Question 9

what is the function of the adrenal gland

Answer 9

this produces adrenaline which is used to prepare the body for a ‘fight or flight’ response

Question 10

what is the function of the pancreas

Answer 10

this produces insulin, which is used to regulate the blood glucose level.

Question 11

what is the difference between nerves and hormones

Answer 11

.nerves have a very fast action while hormones have a slower action
. nerves act for a very short time while hormones act for a long time
. nerves act in a very precise area while hormones act in a more general way.