- Q- Which glands make up the endocrine system?
- There are two types of glands: endocrine and exocrine.
- Q- What is the function of endocrine glands?
- The endocrine gland secretes directly into the bloodstream to reach the target cells.
- Q- What are the functions of hormones?
- Hormones regulate, coordinate, and integrate the functioning of various organs of the body.
- Q- How many endocrine glands are found in our body?
- There are seven endocrine glands in the body: hypothalamus, pituitary, pineal, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, pancreas, and gonads.
- Q- Write down the names of growth hormone disorders.
- There are three types of growth hormone disorders: dwarfism, gigantism, and acromegaly.
- Q- Which hormone is produced by the thyroid gland?
- The thyroid gland produces thyroxine, hormone-containing iodine.
- Q- Which disorders are caused by hypothyroidism?
- There are three types of disorders caused by hypothyroidism: cretinism, myxoedema, and goiter.
- Q- What are the adrenal glands?
- The adrenal glands are two flat, conical glands located at the top of the kidneys.
- Q- What are the two hormones produced by the adrenal medulla?
- Two hormones are produced by the adrenal medulla: adrenaline and noradrenaline.
- Q- Which substance is produced by Islets of Langerhans and its function?
- Islets of Langerhans produce Insulin, which controls sugar levels in the body.
- Q- Which substance is produced by the Adrenal and its function?
- Adrenal produces Adrenalin and its function is to increase heart rate.
- Q- Which substance is produced by the Thyroid and its function?
- The thyroid produces Thyroxine and its function is to Control the basal metabolism of cells
- Q- Which substance is produced by Alpha cells of the Pancreas and its function?
- Alpha cells of the Pancreas Produces Glucagon and its function is to increase blood sugar levels.
- Q- Which substance is produced by the Parathyroid and its function?
- The Parathyroid produces Parathhormone and its function is to Regulate calcium and phosphorus balance in the body.
- Q- Which gland is responsible for Cretinism?
- Thyroid.
- Q- Which gland is responsible for Diabetes mellitus?
- Pancreas.
- Q- Which gland is responsible for Goitre?
- Thyroid.
- Q- Which gland is responsible for Myxoedema?
- Thyroid.
- Q- Which gland is responsible for Gigantism?
- Pituitary.
- Q- Which gland is responsible for Too much urination?
- Antidiuretic hormone
Q- The following glands secrete which hormones:
- Adrenal — Adrenaline and noradrenaline
- Pancreas — Insulin, and glucagon
- Ovary — Oestrogen, and progesterone
- Thyroid — Thyroxine, and calcitonin
- Parathyroids — Parathhormone
