A&P, Exit Ticket, 3.19.18

When levels go above or below a set point a hormone is released to return the body to set point. When the body is restored to set point no more hormone is released. This is an example of...

• a positive feedback loop
• a negative feedback loop
• a neutral feedback loop

The purpose of the endocrine system is to

• maintain homeostasis by reacting quickly to stimuli
• produce substances that protect the body from bacteria 
• maintain metabolism, growth and development in homeostasis 
• transport molecules throughout the body

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Endocrine glands produce __________ which maintain the body in homeostasis

• oils
• neurotransmitters 
• tears
• hormones

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

targets the brain and make people sleepy when its dark

• melanin
• melanoma
• melatonin
• melons

this hormone stores sugar in the liver and muscles when sugar levels are high

• insulin
• glucagon
• T3
• melatonin

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3