The Endocrine System Flashcards
Describe the function of the endocrine system
it controls specific function of the human body by the use of hormones which are produced in the endocrine glands.
What is the function pituitary gland
controls entire endocrine system
define hormone
chemical substances that act as messengers in the body
Describe how hormones travel around the body and act on specific cells
Through the lock and key method
Explain the role of the hypothalamus in linking the nervous and endocrine systems
The hypothalamus releases hormones (adrenaline)
define homeostasis
The process of maintaining a constant internal environment homeo - same stasis - state
Use an example to describe feedback systems
negative feedback can occur when room temperature gets cooler than the set temperature and to resolve this the air conditioner produces warmer air
define endothermic
an animal that can maintain their body temperature (warm blooded - humans + cows)
define ectothermic
an animal that cannot maintain their body temperature (cold blooded - lizards + snakes)
