The Endocrine System - Extra Definitions Flashcards
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Hormone
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A chemical messenger produced by various glands that direct and control various body functions
2
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Metabolism
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The set of various processes happening in your body cells to produce energy and eliminate body waste
3
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Negative Feedback System
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Triggered to produce more hormones if the body detects a low level of certain hormones
4
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Stimulus
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An agent, act, or environmental effect that triggers the body to respond in a certain way