The Endocrine System Flashcards

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Endocrine system

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system of glands; secretes hormones to regulate bodily function.

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Testosterone

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responsible for male sex traits

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Estrogen

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influences fat deposition on hips, buttocks, and thighs; responsible for female sex traits.

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Growth hormone

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anabolic hormone; responsible for bodily growth up until puberty.

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Insulin

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regulates energy and glucose metabolism in the body

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