Glands
What are the endocrine glands?
Endocrine glands are glands that release hormones directly into the bloodstream.
What is the function of the adrenal glands?
They help the body respond to stress.
What are chemical messengers in the endocrine system called?
Hormones
what does insulin do?
What triggers adrenaline release?
Stress or danger.
what is known as the "Master Gland"
Pituitary Gland
How does the thyroid affect energy levels?
It controls how fast or slow the body uses energy.
What is another name for adrenaline?
Epinephrine
What does the Thyroids hormone T4 do?
The hormone T4 regulates the metabolism
What triggers ADH release?
Dehydration or low water levels.
What Gland is located in the abdominal extremities?
Pancreas
How does the pituitary gland influence growth?
It releases growth hormone.
Name a hormone produced by the pancreas besides insulin.
Glucagon
What does cortisol do?
Cortisol helps the body respond to stress.
What triggers thyroid hormone release?
Signals from the pituitary gland.
How do the ovaries and testes compare as endocrine glands?
Both ovaries and testes produce hormones and are involved in reproduction.
Why is insulin important for homeostasis?
It keeps blood sugar levels stable.
Summarize what a growth hormone does.
Growth hormone stimulates the body to grow by increasing cell growth and reproduction, especially in bones and muscles. (Anything similar to that answer, has to name at least two)
What does parathyroid hormone (PTH) do?
Regulates calcium levels in the blood.
How does stress trigger multiple hormones at once?
The brain signals glands to release several stress hormones.
Why might damage to one gland affect multiple body systems?
Because glands are connected, one problem can disrupt hormone balance in the whole body.
How do multiple glands work together to maintain balance?
How do multiple glands work together to maintain balance?
What are the two main thyroid hormones called?
T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine)
Why is it important that hormones are balanced?
It'e important that hormones are balanced because imbalances can affect multiple body systems.
Why is timing important for hormone release?
The body depends on proper timing to stay balanced.