The Endocrine system

Question 1

Name the 6 glands in the endocrine system

Answer 1

• pituitary gland
• pancreas
• thyroid
• adrenal gland
• ovary
• testes

Question 2

What is the Endocrine system?

Answer 2

The endocrine system is composed of glands which secrete chemicals called hormones directly into the bloodstream.

Question 3

State the hormone that is released from the adrenal gland and its effect on the body

Answer 3

Adrenaline
Increases heart rate

Question 4

State the hormone that is released from the thyroid gland and its effect on the body

Answer 4

Thyroxine
increases metabolism

Question 5

State the hormones that is released from the pituitary gland and their effect on the body

Answer 5

FSH (egg development) & LH (ovulation)

Question 6

State the hormone that is released from the testes and its effect on the body

Answer 6

Testosterone - puberty & sperm production

Question 7

State the hormones that is released from the ovaries and their effect on the body

Answer 7

Oestrogen - causes uterus lining to rebuild

Progesterone - maintains uterus lining

Question 8

What are hormones?

Answer 8

Chemical messengers