biology approach (ass2 continued)(ANS, endocrine) Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
where is pituitary gland and what does it do?
A
temporal lobe, in charge of all endocrine system
2
Q
where is the thyroid gland and what does it do?
A
above collar bones, in charge of metabolism
3
Q
where are the adrenal glands and what do they do?
A
on top of kidneys, produce adrenaline- fight or flight
4
Q
where is pancreas and what does it do?
A
near intestine, produces insulin
5
Q
what do ovaries and testes do?
A
profuse oestrogen and testosterone
6
Q
what two branches are there for the autonomic nervous system (ANS)?
A
sympathetic & parasympathetic nervous system
7
Q
the sympathetic nervous system…
A
activates fight or flight
8
Q
the parasympathetic branch…
A
returns animal to relaxed state
