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Which of the following analogies best describes the difference in signal transmission between the nervous and endocrine systems?
Which of the following analogies best describes the difference in signal transmission between the nervous and endocrine systems?
- Nervous system: smoke signals; Endocrine system: messenger pigeon
- Nervous system: radio broadcast; Endocrine system: telephone call
- Nervous system: postal service; Endocrine system: telegraph
- Nervous system: email; Endocrine system: social media post (correct)
If the hypothalamus detects that your body temperature is too low, which of its functions would be activated to restore homeostasis?
If the hypothalamus detects that your body temperature is too low, which of its functions would be activated to restore homeostasis?
- Regulation of sleep patterns by releasing melatonin.
- Control of metabolism to generate heat. (correct)
- Secretion of insulin to regulate blood sugar levels.
- Stimulation of thirst to increase water intake.
A patient is experiencing difficulties with growth and hormone regulation. If a doctor suspects a gland is malfunctioning, which gland would they likely investigate first, considering its role as the 'master gland'?
A patient is experiencing difficulties with growth and hormone regulation. If a doctor suspects a gland is malfunctioning, which gland would they likely investigate first, considering its role as the 'master gland'?
- Thyroid gland
- Pituitary gland (correct)
- Adrenal gland
- Pineal gland
What would be the likely outcome if the pineal gland were surgically removed from a healthy individual?
What would be the likely outcome if the pineal gland were surgically removed from a healthy individual?
A person experiencing a consistently high metabolic rate and unexplained weight loss might have a malfunctioning:
A person experiencing a consistently high metabolic rate and unexplained weight loss might have a malfunctioning:
If a patient's blood tests reveal an abnormally low calcium level, which gland is most likely not functioning correctly?
If a patient's blood tests reveal an abnormally low calcium level, which gland is most likely not functioning correctly?
During a stressful situation, such as narrowly avoiding a car accident, which hormonal response is most likely to occur?
During a stressful situation, such as narrowly avoiding a car accident, which hormonal response is most likely to occur?
Why might a doctor prescribe a medication that mimics the effects of insulin for a patient?
Why might a doctor prescribe a medication that mimics the effects of insulin for a patient?
Which of the following represents a primary function of estrogen in the female body?
Which of the following represents a primary function of estrogen in the female body?
What physiological change is directly influenced by testosterone?
What physiological change is directly influenced by testosterone?
A person is having trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. Which hormone might be deficient?
A person is having trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. Which hormone might be deficient?
In a situation where a person is fasting for an extended period, which hormone would be crucial in preventing a dangerous drop in blood sugar levels?
In a situation where a person is fasting for an extended period, which hormone would be crucial in preventing a dangerous drop in blood sugar levels?
How does the hypothalamus directly contribute to both the nervous and endocrine systems?
How does the hypothalamus directly contribute to both the nervous and endocrine systems?
Why are adrenal glands considered crucial for survival in emergency situations?
Why are adrenal glands considered crucial for survival in emergency situations?
Which of the following best explains why the effects of the endocrine system are generally slower compared to the nervous system?
Which of the following best explains why the effects of the endocrine system are generally slower compared to the nervous system?
A decrease in estrogen or testosterone levels with age can directly impact:
A decrease in estrogen or testosterone levels with age can directly impact:
Which hormone helps the body cope with long-term stress, such as chronic illness or financial strain?
Which hormone helps the body cope with long-term stress, such as chronic illness or financial strain?
How does the endocrine system contribute to maintaining homeostasis in the human body?
How does the endocrine system contribute to maintaining homeostasis in the human body?
Which of the following is a direct consequence of the pancreas' inability to produce sufficient insulin?
Which of the following is a direct consequence of the pancreas' inability to produce sufficient insulin?
What is the primary reason for the differing responses of the body to adrenaline and estrogen?
What is the primary reason for the differing responses of the body to adrenaline and estrogen?
Flashcards
Nervous System
Nervous System
A network of nerves carrying electrical signals (action potentials) throughout the body, composed of the central and peripheral systems.
Endocrine System
Endocrine System
A network of glands secreting chemical messages (hormones) that flow through the bloodstream.
Hypothalamus
Hypothalamus
The command center in the brain that maintains homeostasis by regulating body temperature, thirst, hunger, and sleep.
Pituitary Gland
Pituitary Gland
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Pineal Gland
Pineal Gland
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Thyroid
Thyroid
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Parathyroid
Parathyroid
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Adrenal Glands
Adrenal Glands
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Pancreas
Pancreas
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Ovaries
Ovaries
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Testes
Testes
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Hormones
Hormones
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Melatonin
Melatonin
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Cortisol
Cortisol
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Adrenaline/Epinephrine
Adrenaline/Epinephrine
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Insulin
Insulin
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Glucagon
Glucagon
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Diabetes
Diabetes
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Estrogen and Progesterone
Estrogen and Progesterone
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Testosterone
Testosterone
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Study Notes
Endocrine System vs. Nervous System
- Nervous System: A network of nerves that carries electrical signals called action potentials throughout the body.
- Composed of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and the peripheral nervous system (nerves flowing away from the brain and spinal cord).
- Signals travel extremely fast.
- Endocrine System: A network of glands that secrete chemical messages called hormones.
- Hormones flow through the bloodstream, not along nerves.
- The endocrine system's effects can be slow, taking days, weeks, or even months.
- Analogy: The nervous system is like an email (fast, targeted), while the endocrine system is like a social media post (slow, broadcast).
Endocrine Glands
- Hypothalamus: the command center in the brain that maintains homeostasis.
- It regulates body temperature, thirst, hunger, and sleep.
- It links the nervous and endocrine systems.
- It controls metabolism, growth, mood, and sleep.
- Pituitary Gland: known as the master gland, regulates the majority of other glands in the body.
- It is controlled by the hypothalamus and releases its own hormones to affect other glands.
- Affects the thyroid, adrenal glands, and gonads (ovaries and testes).
- The anterior and posterior lobes secrete specific hormones, such as growth hormone (GH).
- Pineal Gland: Primarily regulates the sleep cycle.
- Releases melatonin, which promotes sleep.
- Suppresses melatonin production in the morning to promote wakefulness.
- Thyroid: Located in the neck, helps with metabolism.
- Takes in food and turns it into fuel or energy.
- Secretes hormones like T3 and T4.
- Parathyroid: Four small glands located behind the thyroid.
- Regulates the amount of calcium in the blood and bones.
- Adrenal Glands: Located adjacent to the kidneys.
- Secrete hormones for survival in times of danger or stress.
- Secrete cortisol (stress hormone) and adrenaline/epinephrine (fight or flight response).
- Have anti-inflammatory functions.
- Pancreas: Located behind the stomach.
- Regulates blood sugar levels (glucose).
- Secretes insulin to lower blood sugar and glucagon to raise blood sugar.
- Issues with the pancreas can lead to diabetes.
- Gonads (Ovaries and Testes):
- Ovaries: Secrete estrogen and progesterone, affecting female sex characteristics like widening of the hips, breast development, egg production, and milk production.
- Testes: Secrete testosterone, regulating male sex characteristics like body hair, deepening of the voice, sperm production, and sex drive (libido).
- Estrogen and testosterone levels tend to decrease with age.
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