Question

Fill in the Blanks:
1. Endocrine glands secretes hormones in ………….
2 …………… disease is caused by deficiency of the insulin hormone in the blood.
3. ………….. hormone prepares our body to face crises.
4. The size of the ……………… gland is large in children

Answer 1

Answer:

1. Bloodstream

2. Diabetes

3. Adrenaline hormone

4. Thymus Gland

Answer 2

Bloodstream; Diabetes; Adrenaline; Thymus

Explanation:

1. Bloodstream

Endocrine glands do not have any ducts, so they secrete their hormones directly into the bloodstream.

2. Diabetes

Diabetes is the disease that causes the blood glucose level to fluctuate and it is either high or low. Blood glucose is the source of energy we get from the food we intake. This glucose level is regulated by a hormone called Insulin which is secreted by the pancreases. When the insulin level is abnormal, it causes diabetes.

3. Adrenaline hormone

The adrenal glands secrete a hormone called adrenaline. This hormone increases the speed at which blood is circulated, fastens breathing and burns carbohydrate faster, thus preparing our muscles for exertion, so that our body becomes ready at a crisis situation.

4. Thymus Gland

The thymus gland is located in the neck and upper thorax. It is important for the development of immune system and hence is it is large in children, but decreases in size after puberty.