Science Ch.3 Endocrine System
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Endocrine system | the production and distribution of hormones |
| pituitary | tiny structure (about the size of a pea) located at the base of the brain |
| master gland | secretes hormones that control other endocrine glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands |
| growth hormone | which causes your body to grow. |
| thyroxine | that controls the rates of certain chemical reactions in your body including your metabolism |
| metabolism | the process which converts food to energy to help you work and play. |
| adrenal glands | are endocrine glands that sit like little caps, one on top of each kidney |
| adrenaline | the inner portion secretes a hormone which causes your body to release energy reserves very quickly during emergency situations |
| gonads | are reproductive glands those concerned with the conception, development and birth of babies |
| pineal gland | a small cone-shaped endocrine gland located between two hemispheres (halves) of the brain. |
| Islets of Langerhans | are group of cells found in the pancreas |
| Insulin and glucagon | hormones which help maintain the proper level of glucose (sugar) in the blood |
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