Endocrine System

• The endocrine system is a system made up of glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream
• Hormones are chemical messengers that are carried in the blood to a target organ where they produce an effect
• Complete the diagram of the endocrine system below

  A) Pituitary Gland

  B) Thyroid gland

  C) Adrenal gland

  D) Pancreas

  E) Ovaries

  F) Testes

  
• The pituitary gland releases ADH
• The Thyroid gland releases Thyroxine
• The Adrenal gland releases Adrenaline
• The Pancreas release Insulin
• The Testes release Testosterone
• The Ovaries release Oestrogen
• The type of tissue that produces hormones is called glandular tissue
• The pituitary gland is found at the base of the brain
• Answer the question below?

  Hormone