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ZIMSEC O-Level Biology

8.16.4Endocrine system

Endocrine system in ZIMSEC O-Level Biology: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Overview

Form 4.

Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 8.16.4.1Define a hormone and explain the effects of adrenaline in 'fright, fight or flight' situations.
  2. 8.16.4.2Describe the roles of insulin and glucagon in regulating blood glucose, the signs and symptoms of diabetes mellitus and how it is managed.

Lessons

  • Homeostasis and blood glucose control

    22 min

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  • Hormones and the endocrine system

    18 min

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Sample question

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Endocrine system: sample question

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Name the hormone secreted in 'fight or flight' situations, which makes the heart beat faster.

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