Endocrine System
Biology ⇒ Human Biology
Endocrine System starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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A patient has low levels of thyroxine. Which gland is likely underactive?
A person is experiencing frequent urination and excessive thirst. Which hormone imbalance might be responsible?
Describe the difference between endocrine and exocrine glands.
Describe the effect of too little insulin in the body.
Describe the role of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system.
Explain how negative feedback helps maintain hormone balance in the body.
Explain the role of hormones in maintaining homeostasis.
Explain why the pancreas is considered both an endocrine and an exocrine gland.
Name two hormones produced by the adrenal glands.
What is the function of the hormone oxytocin?
What is the main function of the hormone glucagon?
What is the role of insulin in the human body?
Which hormone is responsible for the 'fight or flight' response?
A person has suffered a head injury that damaged their pituitary gland. Explain how this could affect other endocrine glands in the body.
A scientist discovers a new hormone that increases the absorption of calcium from the digestive tract. Predict which gland might produce this hormone and justify your answer.
A teenager is experiencing rapid growth and development of secondary sexual characteristics. Which two endocrine glands are primarily responsible for these changes?
Describe how the endocrine and nervous systems work together to maintain homeostasis in the human body.
Explain why a person with an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) might experience weight loss and increased heart rate.
