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Pituitary Gland / 'Master Gland' |
It produces many hormones that regulate body conditions.
These hormones act on other glands and make them release hormones that bring about change. |
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Thyroid |
Produces THYROXIDE.
Involved in REGULATING things like the RATE OF METABOLISM, HEART RATE and TEMPERATURE. |
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Adrenal Gland |
Produces ADRENALINE.
It is used to prepare the body for a 'fight or flight' response. |
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Ovaries |
Produces oestrogen. Involved in the menstrual cycle. |
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Testes |
Testes produce testosterone.
This controls puberty and sperm production in males. |
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Pancreas |
Produces insulin.
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