16. The Endocrine System

Which two hormones are released by the posterior pituitary gland?

Which system is primarily involved in the communication between the pituitary gland and the kidneys?

How does the hypothalamus regulate the release of hormones from the anterior pituitary gland?

What is the master gland that regulates other glands in the endocrine system?

Which hormones are released by the posterior pituitary gland?

What are the two hormones stored and released by the posterior pituitary gland?

Which of the following brain areas is responsible for regulating hunger and thirst?

Why is the hypothalamus considered a major coordinating and control center in the body?

What is the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?

Which of the following hormones are released from the pituitary gland?

What structure connects the pituitary gland to the brain at the hypothalamus?

How does the anterior pituitary gland regulate the secretion of thyroid hormones?

Which group of individuals is most likely to have a larger hypothalamus?

What structure connects the hypothalamus to the pituitary gland?

What is the small gland located near the base of the brain in the sella turcica?