Endocrine System

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What is the main function of the endocrine system?

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The endocrine system creates chemicals, or hormones, that are sent around the body to maintain homeostasis.

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Which gland produces hormones that regulate the body's metabolic rate and requires iodine?

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Thyroid gland.

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What is Acromegaly?

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A hormonal disorder that develops when the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone during adulthood, leading to increased bone size.

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Which gland does NOT belong to the endocrine system?

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Salivary gland.

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How do hormones affect only target cells?

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Target cells have receptors that match up with the hormone.

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What is a hormone?

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A chemical messenger produced by glands in the endocrine system that travels through the bloodstream to target organs.

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What role does the pituitary gland play in the endocrine system?

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It is often referred to as the 'master gland' because it regulates other glands and produces hormones that control growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

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What is homeostasis?

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The process by which the body maintains a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What is the function of the adrenal glands?

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They produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which help the body respond to stress.

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What is the role of insulin in the body?

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Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels.