The Endocrine System Flashcards
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Consists of glands that secrete substances into the bloodstream
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Endocrine system
2
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Stimulate growth and many kinds of reactions
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Hormones
3
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Has been referred to as “the master gland”
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Pituitary gland
4
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Some hormones affect females in relation to pregrancy and mothering
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-Prolactin
-Oxytocin
5
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Responsible for stimulating labor in pregnant women
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Oxytocin
6
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Stimulates production of mil in nursing women.
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Prolacting
7
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Responsible for the secretion of hormones, including growth hormone.
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Pituitary gland
8
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Located in the middle of the brain the hypothalamus
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Pituitary gland
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