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for help with science about the body in the 7th grade. I hope this helps!!!
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7th Grade
02/11/2008

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Endocrin system
Definition
Controls body functions by using chemicals.
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Gland
Definition
Group of cells that makes chemicals for body.
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Hormone
Definition
Chemical messenger that affects cells.
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Epinephrine
Definition
Also called adrenaline.
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Adrenaline
Definition
Fight or flight response. To decide to fight or run away.
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Pituitary Gland
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Controls the thyroid, intake of water, sex, and how to keep skeleton healthy.
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Thyroid Gland
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Controls growth. Also provides body energy.
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Thymus Gland
Definition
Makes killer and helper T-cells.
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Pancreas
Definition
Controls blood and glucose.
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Killer T-cells

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Definition
Hunt and destroy cells that invade body.
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Insulin
Definition
using sugar.
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Glycagon
Definition
stored sugar. Made in liver.
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