Endocrine system

• What is the function of the endocrine system?

  Regulates activity of cells and organs
• How does the endocrine system communicate with the body?

  Via the bloodstream with chemical messages
• What do hormones regulate in the body?

  Many bodily functions including growth
• What is the major endocrine gland?

  Pituitary gland
• Why is the pituitary gland called the master gland?

  It controls the release of other hormones
• How do hormones affect cells in the body?

  They affect any cell with a receptor
• What is an example of a hormone and its effect?

  Thyroxine increases metabolic rates
• Where is the thyroid gland located?

  In the neck
• What are the main functions of the glands in the endocrine system?

  • Secrete hormones into the bloodstream
  • Regulate various bodily functions
  • Communicate chemical messages
• What is the purpose of the gap fill essay on the endocrine system?

  To outline the functions of glands