English National Curriculum - Science Science

9. Explore the endocrine system

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Understand the role of hormones in the endocrine system and how they regulate bodily functions

Identify the main endocrine glands and their respective hormones

Explain the differences between the nervous system and the endocrine system in terms of speed and duration of response

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endocrine

In the human body, a group of organs called glands which produce the hormones needed for your body function and growth properly.

hormones

Chemical messengers which are carried throughout the blood where it is led to various tissues and organs in the body.

gland

Organ within an animal or humans which gives out a specific chemical substance which can be used in the body or can be discharged.

chemicals

A specific substance or compound.

adrenal

Also known as the suprarenal glands, are small, triangular glands located on top of both kidneys.

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