Glands
Communicating with the Pituitary gland to regulate other organs
Hypothalamus
A chemical that travels through the bloodstream to make changes to the body.
Hormone
produced in stressful and intense situations
Adrenaline
produces enzymes, which break down carbohydrates,
fats, and proteins during digestion
Pancreas
Controlling most other glands in the body
Pituitary gland
The system that controls the movement of hormones throughout the body.
Endocrine System
helps our body manage the stress response
Cortisol
When a trait is passed on from an older generation, it is
Inherited
Located in the center of the brain and produces melatonin, which regulates our sleep-wake cycle.
Pineal Gland
A type of organ in the body that secretes hormones.
Gland
controls the metabolism of cells by lowering blood sugar levels
Insulin
Traits with a high likelihood of being passed on
Dominant Traits
Responsible for producing Adrenaline and Cortisol
Adrenal Gland
The body's process of digesting new substances
Metabolism
controls the metabolism of cells by raising blood sugar levels
Glucagon
Traits with a low likelihood of being passed on
Recessive Traits
controls the speed of digestion and the contraction of muscles.
Thyroid Gland
A state of equilibrium within the body.
Homeostasis
helps regulate our sleep-wake cycle
Melatonin
organs in the body that secrete, or release, hormones
Gland