Chapter 45: Endocrine System

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Cortisol

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A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate metabolism and the body's response to stress.

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What is Homeostasis?

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The process by which an organism’s internal environment is kept stable despite changes in the external environment.

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Insulin

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A hormone produced by the pancreas that lowers blood sugar levels.

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What is the endocrine system?

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A group of glands that work together with the nervous system to coordinate all body functions.

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Parathyroid gland

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A gland that regulates calcium levels in the blood.

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What is a hormone?

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A chemical messenger produced by glands that travels in the blood to target organs.

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What does the adrenal gland do?

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Produces hormones like cortisol and adrenaline that help the body respond to stress.

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What is the function of glucagon?

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A hormone that raises blood sugar levels by promoting the release of glucose from the liver.

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What is negative feedback?

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A process that helps maintain homeostasis by reducing the output of a system when it reaches a certain level.

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What is the role of the pancreas?

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An organ that produces insulin and glucagon to regulate blood sugar levels.