Endocrine System Bozeman Science

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Who was Robert Wadlow?

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The tallest man in modern history.

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What caused Robert Wadlow's extraordinary height?

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A pituitary tumor.

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What happens when the thyroid secretes calcitonin?

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Calcium is stored in the bones.

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What does the thyroid gland regulate?

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Metabolism.

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What is the primary function of the nervous system?

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To send messages quickly to specific cells.

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What is the role of the endocrine system?

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To regulate bodily functions through hormones.

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What hormone is produced by the pancreas to lower blood sugar levels?

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Insulin.

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What is hyperthyroidism?

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A condition where the thyroid gland is overactive, producing excess thyroid hormones.

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What is the function of adrenaline?

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To prepare the body for 'fight or flight' response.

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What is the main function of the pituitary gland?

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To control other endocrine glands and regulate growth.