The Endocrine System (LC 2027) (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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What type of system is the endocrine system?
What type of system is the endocrine system?
Chemical (hormonal) system
What is sensitivity?
What is sensitivity?
The ability to detect change & respond
What is the key characteristic of exocrine glands?
What is the key characteristic of exocrine glands?
Release products into ducts or tubes
What is the key characteristic of endocrine glands?
What is the key characteristic of endocrine glands?
They are ductless glands
What is a hormone?
What is a hormone?
A chemical messenger in bloodstream
What are many hormones made from?
What are many hormones made from?
Protein
Where are hormones broken down?
Where are hormones broken down?
In the liver
How are hormones excreted from the body?
How are hormones excreted from the body?
By the kidneys
What type of message does the endocrine system use?
What type of message does the endocrine system use?
Chemical
How does the speed of action of the endocrine system compare to the nervous system?
How does the speed of action of the endocrine system compare to the nervous system?
Slow-acting
How long does the action of the endocrine system last?
How long does the action of the endocrine system last?
A long time
How many areas does the endocrine system affect?
How many areas does the endocrine system affect?
Many areas