Anatomy and Physiology: The Endocrine System E-Book

Rumi Michael Leigh

• Herausgeber: BookRix
• Kategorie: Fachliteratur
• Sprache: Englisch

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2024

Beschreibung

"Anatomy and Physiology: The Endocrine System - Things You Should Know (Questions and Answers)" is your go-to guide for mastering the fascinating world of the human endocrine system. Designed for students, healthcare professionals, and anyone curious about human biology, this book simplifies complex topics about the endocrine system into easy-to-follow questions and answers.
Packed with clear explanations and structured for ease of study, this book covers everything from hormone functions to the regulatory mechanisms that keep the body balanced. It's perfect for exam preparation, professional review, or simply expanding your knowledge.
Key Features:

• Q&A Format: Learn through targeted questions and clear, concise answers for effective understanding and retention.
• In-Depth Coverage: Explore all major endocrine glands including the pancreas, pituitary gland, hypothalamus, adrenal glands, and more.
• Hormonal Functions Explained: Gain insights into how hormones interact with target cells and the regulatory processes involved.
• Clear and Accessible: Complex concepts are broken down into simple language, making it easy to grasp key ideas.
• Ideal for Study and Review: An excellent resource for students preparing for exams or professionals seeking a refresher on human physiology.
• Engaging and Informative: A great reference for anyone looking to understand how the body's internal chemical communication system functions.

Whether you're preparing for an anatomy exam or simply want to better understand how the body works, this book will become an invaluable resource on your journey. Learn about the crucial role hormones play in maintaining health and balance within the body today!

Leseprobe

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

(QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS)

By Rumi Michael Leigh

Introduction

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This book will help you understand, revise and have a good general knowledge and keywords of the human endocrine system.

Thanks again for purchasing this book, I hope you enjoy it!

Table of Contents

Introduction

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Part 5

Part 6

Part 7

Part 8

Conclusion

Part 1

1.

What is a hormone?

A hormone is a substance produced by an organ that has a function of exciting or inhibiting the development of another organ or tissue.

2.

How many endocrine glands are there?

There are 8 endocrine glands.

3.

What are these 8 endocrine glands?

The pancreas, the thymus, the ovaries, the testicles, the hypothalamus, the pituitary, the adrenal glands, and the parathyroid glands.

4.

What transport hormones?

Hormones are transported through the bloodstream.

5.

What is the remote action of hormones?

The remote action of hormones means to pour its substances directly into the blood.

6.

What do the specific effects of hormones mean?

The specific effects of hormones mean that the hormones act on specific cells.

7.

What is hormone inertia?

Hormone inertia is the action that persists when the nerve connection with an organ has been suppressed.

8.

What are the 2 types of glands?

The two types of glands are endocrine and exocrine glands.

9.

What is an endocrine gland?

An endocrine gland is a gland that secretes its hormones directly into the bloodstream.

10.

What is a paracrine gland?

A paracrine gland is a gland in which the cell that produces the secretion acts on the neighbouring tissues but this cell is insensitive to its own secretion.

11.

What is an autocrine gland?

An autocrine gland is a gland that secretes a substance that stimulates the cell that secretes the substance.