B3.2.1 Hormones Flashcards
1
Q
Where are hormones made
A
Endocrine glands and are secreted into blood
2
Q
Usually hormonal responses are
A
Fairly slow and long lasting
3
Q
How does hormone secretion produce a response
A
Gland secretes hormones into bloodstream
Hormones diffuse out of blood and bind to specific receptors on membranes of target organs
Once bound to receptors, the hormones stimulate the target cells to produce a response
4
Q
Homeostasis
A
Maintenance of a constant internal environment despite changes in external environment
5
Q
What is the endocrine system
A
Name given to all endocrine glands and hormones they produce
