The basic unit of the nervous system is the

Is an electrochemical gradient moving along a neuron

The space between neurons is called

Chemicals that the glands of the endocrine system are secreting

One of the hormones released by the pituitary gland

Regulates blood sugar levels

Controls maturation and male characteristics

Controls the menstrual cycle

Is the process through which the level of one substance influences the level of another substance

Is the state reached when each part of the body functions in equilibrium with other parts

The part of the neuron that transmits impulses away from the cell body

The branchlike structure of the neuron that extends from the cell body to receive an impulse

An organ that produces chemical secretions released directly into the bloodstream

A process that occurs when the sperm and egg combine to produce an embryo

The ejaculated fluid containing sperm cells and secretions from the seminal vesicle, prostate gland, and bulbourethral gland

When an individual is healthy, his or her body temperature retains a temperature of

When bacteria or viruses that can make you ill get into your body, your __________ system kicks in to help maintain homeostasis.

The part that connects the brain to the spinal cord and controls automatic functions such as breathing, digestion, heart rate, and blood pressure.

It connects the central nervous system to the organs and limbs.

When a nerve impulse comes to the end of an axon, it produces the chemical called

Integrates incoming signals and generates outgoing signal to axon.

It secretes a fluid that makes up most of the components of the semen

It is the process through which the level of one substance influences the level of another substance.

It is the monthly shedding of the lining of a woman’s uterus (more commonly known as the womb).

The hormonal control in the male and female reproductive systems starts when the FSH and LH are released by what gland in the brain?

What is the role of the Follicle-stimulating hormone in the male reproductive system?

Which of the following is the function of testosterone?

This can be used to promote fertility or one way of contraception. Some females want to use it in exchange of traditional birth control options or for religious beliefs and traditions. What method is this?

Dwarfism is a disorder due to the insufficiency of growth hormone called ____________

Can be found on top of the kidneys

can be found in front of the heart

Can be found below the abdomen

Can be found below the voice box

Endocrine System controls and regulates processes or mechanisms in the body that slowly take place such as cell growth.

Endocrine System affects mood

Endocrine glands secrete hormones into the URETHRA, which carries them throughout the body

The NERVOUS SYSTEM sends signals all over the body and the effects can take a few hours or even weeks.

To achieve homeostasis, the nervous and endocrine systems maintain a normal range of the following variables: body temperature, amount of water in the body, amount of metabolic wastes in the cell, blood calcium level, and hormones in the blood.

When glucose levels get too high, the pancreas releases a hormone known as ________