Endocrine System

Where are the adrenal glands located?

• at the base of the brain
• in the pelvic area
• on top of each kidney

An organ that produces secretions called hormones is known as a :

• chemical
• gland
• hormone
• duct

The _____ _____ is the master gland of the body because it releases hormones that stimulate other glands.  It is located at the base of the brain. 

• gonads
• thymus gland
• thyroid gland
• pituitary gland

This gland is located between the lungs behind the sternum and secretes thymosin that helps mature WBC's in our bodies when we are children. 

• thyroid
• parathyroid
• thymus
• brain stem

The _____ gland produces hormones that regulate the body's metabolic rate. Its correct functioning depends on having a good supply of iodine from the diet.  It has a butterfly shape and is located in the anterior neck.

• thymus
• thyroid
• pineal gland
• pituitary gland

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

If you have diabetes, you most likely have a problem with this hormone.

• ADH
• Glucagon
• Insulin
• PTH

These release testosterone, which controls changes in a male's body and regulates sperm production.

• Ovaries

• Target Cells

• Parathyroids

• Testes

What type of product is secreted by endocrine glands?

• Sweat

• Hormones

• Saliva

• Tears

Letter H is pointing to

• Thymus
• Pancreas
• Pituitary
• Pineal

Letter J is pointing to

• Ovaries

• Pineal Gland

• Adrenal

• Testes