mention the function for the following hormones
1)Thyroxine
2) Insulin
3Adrenaline
4) estrogen
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Answer:
a) Thyroxine
This hormone is secreted by the thyroid gland. The thyroid is located in the neck/throat. region. It is the main hormone secreted into the bloodstream. It regulates carbohydrate, protein & fats metabolism process. It plays vital roles in digestion, heart and muscle function, brain development and maintenance of bones.
(c) Insulin
This hormone is secreted by the pancreas. The pancreas is located below the stomach. It reduces and regulates the blood sugar level by a feedback mechanism. It, therefore, helps cells to take in glucose to be used for energy.
(b) Adrenaline
This hormone is secreted by adrenal. The adrenal gland is located above both kidneys. It regulates blood pressure (increasing) heartbeat, carbohydrate metabolism (during an emergency). Adrenaline is carried in the bloodstream and affects the autonomous nervous system, which controls functions such as the heart rate, dilation of the pupils, and secretion of sweat and saliva
Estrogens are responsible for maturation and maintenance of the vagina and uterus, and are also involved in ovarian function, such as maturation of ovarian follicles. In addition, estrogens play an important role in regulation of gonadotropin secretion. For these reasons, estrogens are required for female fertility.
Answer:
1) general growth rate and metabolic activity
2)insulin: helps in keeps the glucose level in blood
3)adrenaline: rise in blood sugar , increase heart beat
4) estrogen : growth of the uterus and skeleton of the pelvis