Biology 102 Online Activity- 07/11/17

The Endocrine System

Activity 1. For the following diseases, discuss how hormonal regulation could be involved.

A. Diabetes insipidus in which the kidney cannot retain water

B. Female infertility with issues in ovulation

C. Hypothyroidism

D. Hypoparathyroidism-

E. Acromegaly

F. Cushings disease

Activity 2. Explain what would happen within the endocrine system in each of these cases,
including both the hormones and the glands involved.

A. Blood glucose levels drop

B. Nerve signal from sympathetic system

C. TSH levels increase

 D. Electrolyte balance is off

E. ACTH levels rise

Activity #3. Identify the glands below and name the important hormones each gland produces.