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15 Cards in this Set
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What is the “master gland” that regulates other glands?
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The Pituitary Gland.
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Which gland starts the stress response?
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The Adrenal Gland.
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Where are the adrenal glands located?
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The Adrenal Gland is located above the kidneys.
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What are the male reproductive glands called?
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The Testes.
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Which gland controls blood sugar levels?
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The Pancreas Gland.
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What are the ovaries?
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The Female Reproductive Organs that hold the eggs.
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What does the parathyroid gland control?
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Regulates the distribution of certain minerals.
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What type of doctor specializes in the female reproductive system?
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A gynecologist.
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Name the hormone responsible for masculine changes during puberty.
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Testosterone
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What are 3 physical types of growths changes for males and females?
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Males:
- Facial Hair Appears - Voice Deepens - Acne Appears Females: - Menstruation Begins -Breasts Develop -Hips Widen |
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What are 2 emotional growth changes that happen in puberty?
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1) Mood Swings
2) Feelings towards others change. |
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Which gender usually goes through puberty first?
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Female
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Which organ regulates the temperature of the testes?
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Scrotum
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What is a sign of puberty for females?
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The Menstruation Cycle
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What is the menstrual cycle?
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The time period during the discharge of the monthly lining that would be used in order to protect a baby if there was a pregnancy.
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