'Secretes hormones' presentation slideshows

The Reproductive System

The Reproductive System. Reproduction. The process by which a single cell duplicates its genetic material allowing it to divide (asexual reproduction) The process by which genetic material is passed from generation to generation the production of new offspring Continuation of Species.

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Pituitary Gland

Pituitary Gland. Austin Kr3ss and Brian Hauserrrr. Overview. Where is it?????? In the brain, connected to the hypothalamus What does it look like? This ? A pea sized cherry. Function. Secretes hormones to control the following body processes: 1) growth 2) blood pressure

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Endocrine System

Endocrine System. The endocrine system helps the body grow, develop and maintain homeostasis. The endocrine system makes chemicals called hormones that act to maintain homeostasis. Hormones are made by organs known as glands.

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The Endocrine system

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Chapter 26- Chemical Regulation

Adrenal cortex Adrenal glands Adrenal medulla Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) Androgens Antagonistic hormones Anterior pituitary Calcitonin Corticosteroids Diabetes Endocrine glands Endocrine system Endorphins Epinephrine Estrogen Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) Glucagon

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Objectives

Objectives. Explain what is meant by the term endocrine gland . Describe the cellular structure of an islet of Langerhans from the pancreas. Outline the role of the pancreas as an endocrine gland. `. http://www-medlib.med.utah.edu/WebPath/ENDOHTML/ENDO032.html. Pancreas.

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Overview of the Organ Systems

Overview of the Organ Systems. Organ Systems of the Body. Integumentary system Forms the external body covering Composed of the skin, sweat glands, oil glands, hair, and nails Protects deep tissues from injury and synthesizes vitamin D. Organ Systems of the Body. Skeletal system

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Objectives

Objectives. Explain what is meant by the term endocrine gland . Describe the cellular structure of an islet of Langerhans from the pancreas. Outline the role of the pancreas as an endocrine gland. This Powerpoint is hosted on www.worldofteaching.com

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THE HUMAN BRAIN

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