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What are glands and what is their function in the body?
What are glands and what is their function in the body?
Glands are organs or tissues that produce chemicals (hormones) to control bodily functions.
Which glands are part of the endocrine system?
Which glands are part of the endocrine system?
Pituitary gland, thyroid and parathyroid glands, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries, and testes.
What is the function of the pituitary gland?
What is the function of the pituitary gland?
The pituitary gland controls growth and regulates other glands in the body.
Where are the adrenal glands located and what do they regulate?
Where are the adrenal glands located and what do they regulate?
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What is the role of epinephrine in preparing a person for an emergency?
What is the role of epinephrine in preparing a person for an emergency?
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Which gland produces insulin and controls blood sugar levels in the body?
Which gland produces insulin and controls blood sugar levels in the body?
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What are the functions of the ovaries and testes as endocrine glands?
What are the functions of the ovaries and testes as endocrine glands?
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How are the nervous system and endocrine system interconnected?
How are the nervous system and endocrine system interconnected?
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How does the autonomic nervous system differ from the endocrine system?
How does the autonomic nervous system differ from the endocrine system?
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What are some physiological reactions produced by the endocrine system during strong emotions?
What are some physiological reactions produced by the endocrine system during strong emotions?
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What is the role of the pituitary gland in the endocrine system?
What is the role of the pituitary gland in the endocrine system?
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What is brain plasticity and why is it important?
What is brain plasticity and why is it important?
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