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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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Complete the lesson summary below by filling in the appropriate words to each blank. Topic: the endocrine system The ____(1)_____ is an organ system that uses regulatory substances to stimulate specific cells or organs into action. These substances which are secreted by different glands are called ___(2)___. The ___(3)___ gland controls growth and the activities of other glands. The thyroid gland controls the metabolism of the body through a hormone called ___(4)____. Produced by the thyroid and ____(5)_____ glands, calcitonin and parathyroid hormone play a role in regulating calcium levels. The thymus gland secrete thymosin which enables the body to produce ___(6)____ that fight infection. The amount of glucose in the blood is controlled via the hormones insulin and glucagon which are produced by the __(7)___. During emergency situations, the hormone ____(8)____ is secreted by the adrenal glands in order to prepare the body for fight or flight mode. Male characteristics and sperm production are triggered by the hormones androgen and ___(9)____ which are produced in the testis. Formation of female features, the menstrual cycle and pregnancy are events that require the action of estrogen and progesterone which are hormones produced by the ___(10)___. Identify which organ system (nervous or endocrine) is in charge when doing the following actions. 1) composing an original song 2) balancing oneself while riding a bicycle 3) lowering high blood glucose to normal levels 4) sending a nerve signal from the brain to the hands 5) producing the male hormones androgen and testosterone

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