Hormones (Edexcel GCSE Biology): Quizzes
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How are hormones transported from endocrine glands to target organs?
How are hormones transported from endocrine glands to target organs?
Through the bloodstream
Where is testosterone produced?
Where is testosterone produced?
Testes
On which day of the menstrual cycle does ovulation occur?
On which day of the menstrual cycle does ovulation occur?
Day 14
What is the main function of FSH in the menstrual cycle?
What is the main function of FSH in the menstrual cycle?
Causes maturation of an egg in the ovary
What effect does oestrogen have on FSH secretion?
What effect does oestrogen have on FSH secretion?
Inhibits FSH secretion
Which two hormones does progesterone inhibit?
Which two hormones does progesterone inhibit?
FSH and LH
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 is the function of insulin?
What is the function of insulin?
Lowers blood glucose levels
What is the primary function of adrenaline?
What is the primary function of adrenaline?
Prepares body for 'fight or flight'
Where is the pancreas located?
Where is the pancreas located?
Behind the stomach
What does the release of LH result in?
What does the release of LH result in?
Ovulation