The Endocrine System^

Question 1

The Endocrine System

Answer 1

Works with nervous system - control vital bodily fluids- slower than NS
: 2 to 3 seconds
: longlasting, powerful effects
- Communicates by transpoting hormones through the bloodstream

Question 2

Hormones & Functions

Answer 2

Glands secrete hormones
- transported in the blood
- affect any cell with receptors
Thyroid Gland
Pituitary Gland

Question 3

Thyroid Gland

Answer 3

produce thyroxine- affects cells in the heart
: increase heart rate
- affect metabolism
- impacts growth rates

Question 4

Pituitary Gland

Answer 4

Master Gland
in the brain to control the release of hormones from all other glands

Question 5

Fight or Flight

Answer 5

shows interaction between nervous and endocrine system
- involve hormones and neurotransmitters

Hypothalamus - balance
Pituitary Gland
Sympathetic NS
Adrenal Gland - adrenaline/noradrenaline