Hormones (Edexcel GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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How are hormones transported around the body?
How are hormones transported around the body?
Through the bloodstream
Where is testosterone produced?
Where is testosterone produced?
In the testes
On which day of the menstrual cycle does ovulation occur?
On which day of the menstrual cycle does ovulation occur?
Day 14
Where is FSH produced?
Where is FSH produced?
Pituitary gland
Why is the pituitary gland called the 'master gland'?
Why is the pituitary gland called the 'master gland'?
It controls many other glands
Where is the thyroid gland located?
Where is the thyroid gland located?
In the neck, around the trachea
What does insulin do?
What does insulin do?
Lowers blood glucose levels
What is the main function of adrenaline?
What is the main function of adrenaline?
Prepares body for 'fight or flight'
Which hormone triggers ovulation?
Which hormone triggers ovulation?
LH
Which hormones does progesterone inhibit?
Which hormones does progesterone inhibit?
FSH and LH