Animal Endocrine System
Biology ⇒ Animal Biology
Animal Endocrine System starts at 10 and continues till grade 12.
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A patient has high blood sugar levels and low insulin levels. Which endocrine gland is likely malfunctioning?
Describe the function of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) in the body.
Describe the main difference between endocrine and exocrine glands.
Describe the role of melatonin in animals.
Describe the role of the thymus gland in animals.
Explain how the hypothalamus controls the pituitary gland.
Explain the difference between steroid and peptide hormones in terms of their mechanism of action.
Explain the role of feedback mechanisms in the endocrine system using an example.
Explain the role of negative feedback in the regulation of hormone levels.
Name the hormone that stimulates the production of milk in mammals.
Name two hormones secreted by the posterior pituitary gland.
The pituitary gland is often called the 'master gland.' Explain why.
Which hormone is released in response to stress and increases blood glucose levels?
Which hormone is responsible for increasing blood calcium levels?
Which hormone is responsible for regulating the basal metabolic rate in animals?
Which hormone is responsible for the development of secondary sexual characteristics in males?
Which hormone is secreted by the testes?
Which hormone is secreted in response to low blood sodium levels?
Which hormone lowers blood glucose levels?
