The Endocrine System Components

Question 1

linked to memory, learning, pleasure sensations, function as natural pain killers

Answer 1

Endorphins

Question 2

Sex hormones include:

Answer 2

estrogen, progesterone, testosterone

Question 3

cells within the pancreases the produce insulin and glucagons

Answer 3

The islets of Langerhans

Question 4

hormone that reduces the pain in the body, which can be increased by improved quality of sleep

Answer 4

somatostatin

Question 5

Androgen class hormone, produced in Testes, Prostate, Adrenal glands, and Hair follicles. Essential for development of the penis, scrotum, and Prostate during fetal development, contributes to hair growth in pubes, and hair loss in scalp. Linked to Benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Answer 5

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)