Adrenaline and thyroxine Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
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What is adrenaline
A
A hormone released by the adrenal glands, in response to stressful or scary situation
2
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How is adrenaline produced
A
-brain detects fear or stress
-then nervous impulses are sent to the adrenal glands
-they then secret adrenaline
3
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What does adrenaline do
A
Increase the supply of oxygen and glucose to cells in the brain and muscles
4
Q
What system is used to control the level of hormones in the blood
A
Negative feedback
5
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What does thyroxine do
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-It regulates metabolic rate
-stimulates protein synthesis
6
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What is thyroxine
A
A hormones released by the thyroid glands that regulates metabolism
7
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What is thyroxine released in response to
A
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) which is released from the pituitary gland
