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Question
Give the Technical Term: Name the structure which produces testosterone.
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Solution
Testes (Leydig cells)
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| Hormones | Target gland |
| Thyrotrophin (TSH) | ______ |
| Hormones | Target gland |
| Corticotrophin (ACTH) | ______ |
Place the words at the bottom of the page next to the number that shows the location of the Endocrine Glands.
(1) ________
(2) ________
(3) ________
(4) ________
(5) ________
(6) ________
(7) ________
(8) ________
(9) ________
Pancreas Hypothalamus Pituitary Parathyroid Ovaries Adrenal Thyroid Thymus Testes
Given alongside are the diagrammatic sketches of some endocrine glands. Observe the figures and answer the following questions:
(i) Label the parts numbered 1 to 5.
(ii) Name the hormones secreted by (2) and (5).
(iii) Which chemicals in our body are greatly affected by hormones?
(iv) What is the chemical nature of hormones?
(v) Name the elements related to the functioning of hormones secreted by the structure (2) and (5).
State the Function
Progesterone
Choose the Odd One Out
Which of the following hormone is not secreted under the influence of pituitary gland?
Comment on homeostasis.
Briefly explain the structure of thyroid gland.
Define the following term:
Endocrine system
