The Endocrine System Flashcards
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Endocrine system
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system of glands; secretes hormones to regulate bodily function
2
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Testosterone
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responsible for male sex traits
3
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Estrogen
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influence fat deposition on hips, buttocks, and thighs; responsible for female sex traits
4
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Growth hormone
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anabolic hormone; responsible for bodily growth up until puberty
5
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Insulin
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regulates energy and glucose metabolism in the body