The endocrine system Complete Study Exam Questions And Answers.

Outline the function of the endocrine system (6 marks) - correct answer - Function: a network of glands that regulate the activity of cells or organs within the body by producing/secreting hormones - Major glands include the pituitary gland (Explain) and reproductive organs (Explain) Explain the relationship between the endocrine glands and hormones (4 marks) - correct answer - Endocrine glands produce and secrete hormones - Hormones = chemicals that circulate in the bloodstream and are carried to target sites throughout the body (usually affects only a limited number of cells + target cells) - May send signals from the hypothalamus to the pituitary gland in the form of a "releasing hormone) Outline the role of the pituitary gland and one hormone that it produces (4 marks) - correct answer - Role: "Master gland" - controlled by the hypothalamus - influences release of hormones from other glands - regulates many of the body's functions - anterior pituitary produces ACTH in response to stress - ACTH stimulates the adrenal gland to produce cortisol during the fight or flight response