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ICSE · Class 8 · Biology

4 concept maps of Endocrine System and Adolescence for ICSE Class 8 Biology, each also written out as a text outline.

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A comparison chart highlighting the key differences between endocrine (ductless) glands and exocrine (ducted) glands, including their secretions and how they are released.
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Endocrine System Overview - Major Glands and Functions

Endocrine System Overview - Major Glands and Functions

The map in words

  • Endocrine System
    • Thyroid Gland
      • Location: Neck below larynx
      • Hormone: Thyroxine
      • Function: Controls metabolism
      • Disorders: Goitre, Cretinism
    • Adrenal Glands
      • Location: On kidneys
      • Medulla
        • Hormone: Adrenaline
        • Function: Fight or Flight
      • Cortex
        • Hormone: Cortisol
        • Function: Stress Management
    • Pancreas
      • Location: Behind stomach
      • Insulin
        • Function: Lowers blood glucose
      • Glucagon
        • Function: Raises blood glucose
    • Pituitary Gland
      • Location: Below brain
      • Title: Master Gland
      • Hormones
        • Growth Hormone
        • TSH
        • FSH

Endocrine System — Complete Overview

Endocrine System — Complete Overview

The map in words

  • Endocrine System
    • Types of Glands
      • Exocrine Glands
        • Have Ducts
        • Secrete Enzymes
        • Example Salivary Gland
      • Endocrine Glands
        • No Ducts Ductless
        • Secrete Hormones
        • Into Bloodstream
    • Major Endocrine Glands
      • Thyroid Gland
        • Location Below Larynx
        • Hormone Thyroxine
        • Contains Iodine
        • Controls Metabolic Rate
      • Adrenal Gland
        • Location Above Kidneys
        • Medulla Adrenaline
        • Cortex Cortisol
        • Fight or Flight Hormone
      • Pancreas
        • Location Behind Stomach
        • Islets of Langerhans
        • Insulin Lowers Sugar
        • Glucagon Raises Sugar
      • Pituitary Gland
        • Location Below Brain
        • Master Gland
        • Growth Hormone GH
        • TSH Controls Thyroid
        • FSH Controls Gonads
        • Prolactin Milk Production
    • Hormonal Disorders
      • Thyroid Disorders
        • Goitre Iodine Deficiency
        • Cretinism Infants
        • Myxoedema Adults
      • Pancreas Disorder
        • Diabetes Mellitus
      • Pituitary Disorders
        • Dwarfism Low GH
        • Gigantism High GH

A flowchart comparing exocrine and endocrine glands, showing their characteristics, secretions, and examples

A flowchart comparing exocrine and endocrine glands, showing their characteristics, secretions, and examples

The map in words

  • Glands in Body
    • Exocrine Glands
      • Have Ducts
        • Secretions to Target Organs
      • Enzymes and Secretions
      • Examples: Sweat, Salivary Glands
    • Endocrine Glands
      • Ductless
        • Secretions into Bloodstream
      • Hormones
      • Examples: Thyroid, Pancreas, Adrenal

Hormones control body functions and adolescence brings major physical and emotional changes

Hormones control body functions and adolescence brings major physical and emotional changes

The map in words

  • Hormones control body functions and adolescence brings major physical and emotional changes
    • Endocrine glands
    • Exocrine glands
    • Hormones
    • Thyroid gland
    • Adrenal gland
    • Pancreas
    • Pituitary gland
    • Adolescence

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What are the important topics in Endocrine System and Adolescence for ICSE Class 8 Biology?
Key topics in Endocrine System and Adolescence include Endocrine System and Hormones, Thyroid Gland, Adrenal Glands, Pancreas, Insulin and Glucagon. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 8 exams.
What do the concept maps for Endocrine System and Adolescence show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Endocrine System and Adolescence connect: Endocrine System Overview - Major Glands and Functions; Endocrine System — Complete Overview. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Endocrine System and Adolescence for Class 8 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 43 practice questions on Endocrine System and Adolescence. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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