endocrine system
What is the primary function of the endocrine system?
Regulating the body's metabolism
Which gland is known as the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?
Pituitary gland
Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?
Insulin
Which gland produces melatonin, a hormone involved in regulating sleep?
Pineal gland
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating milk production in nursing mothers?
Prolactin
Which gland produces adrenaline, a hormone involved in the body's 'fight or flight' response?
Adrenal glands
Which hormone is responsible for regulating calcium levels in the body?
Parathyroid hormone
Which gland produces hormones that regulate the body's metabolism?
Thyroid gland
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating ovulation in females?
Luteinizing hormone (LH)
Which gland produces the hormone cortisol, involved in the body's stress response?
Adrenal glands