Differentiate: Insulin and Glucagon.

Distinguish Between

Insulin	Glucagon
It is secreted by P-cells of Islets of Langerhans.	It is secreted by a-cells of Islets of Langerhans.
It converts the excess glucose into glycogen.	It converts the glycogen into glucose.

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Chapter 9: The Endocrine System - Differentiate

Chapter 9 The Endocrine System
Differentiate | Q 3

Diagrammatically indicate the location of the various endocrine glands in our body.

Give an example of a progestational hormone.

What would a child suffer from if there was hyposecretion from his thyroid?

Choose the odd one out from each series

The glands – thyroid, adrenal, pituitary, prostate
…………………………………………

Name the following:

The largest endocrine gland.

Define the following:

Exocrine gland

Name the hormone responsible for the following function:

Increased reabsorption of water in the kidneys.

What are the general properties of hormones?

State the Function

Oxytocin

Distinguish between Diabetes mellitus and Diabetes insipidus (endocrine gland concerned).