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What part of the brain controls the pituitary gland?
What part of the brain controls the pituitary gland?
- Hypothalamus (correct)
- Amygdala
- Cerebellum
- Thalamus
What is the function of the pituitary gland?
What is the function of the pituitary gland?
Controls other glands of the endocrine system and controls body growth and water balance.
What hormone does the pineal gland produce?
What hormone does the pineal gland produce?
Melatonin
What is the role of the thyroid and parathyroid glands?
What is the role of the thyroid and parathyroid glands?
What is the main function of the thymus?
What is the main function of the thymus?
What does the pancreas control?
What does the pancreas control?
What is the function of ovaries in females?
What is the function of ovaries in females?
What is the role of testicles in males?
What is the role of testicles in males?
What do the adrenal glands regulate?
What do the adrenal glands regulate?
What is the function of the placenta during pregnancy?
What is the function of the placenta during pregnancy?
Flashcards
Pituitary Gland Function?
Pituitary Gland Function?
Controls other glands of the endocrine system, body growth and water balance.
Main function of Thymus?
Main function of Thymus?
Training and development of T-lymphocytes or T cells.
What does the pancreas control?
What does the pancreas control?
Blood sugar (glucose) levels.
Adrenal Glands Role?
Adrenal Glands Role?
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Function of Ovaries (females)?
Function of Ovaries (females)?
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Role of Testicles (males)?
Role of Testicles (males)?
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Function of Placenta?
Function of Placenta?
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Thyroid and Parathyroid Role?
Thyroid and Parathyroid Role?
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Brain area controls pituitary?
Brain area controls pituitary?
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Pineal Gland Hormone?
Pineal Gland Hormone?
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Study Notes
Endocrine System Components
- Hypothalamus: Regulates the pituitary gland; connects the nervous system to the endocrine system.
- Pituitary Gland: Known as the master gland; oversees other endocrine glands, regulates growth and water balance.
- Pineal Gland: Produces melatonin, a hormone that induces sleepiness.
- Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands: Synthesize hormones critical for normal growth and development of the brain and nervous system.
- Thymus: Essential in training and developing T-lymphocytes (T cells), which are crucial white blood cells for immune defense.
- Pancreas: Key in controlling blood sugar levels, ensuring glucose homeostasis.
- Ovaries (females): Produce hormones necessary for sexual development and reproduction.
- Testicles (males): Generate hormones vital for male sexual development and reproductive functions.
- Adrenal Glands: Regulate metabolism, maintain fluid and electrolyte balance, and secrete adrenaline for stress response.
- Placenta (during pregnancy): Provides oxygen and nutrients to the fetus and removes waste products from fetal blood circulation.
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