Endocrine System Crossword

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Across
  1. 2. A gland that secretes 9 hormones to control different parts of the system.
  2. 4. A gland that helps develop T-cells and immune response.
  3. 7. A gland the develops the female body and the development of eggs.
  4. 9. A gland that controls the pituitary gland.
  5. 11. A gland that controls insulin levels in the body.
  6. 12. Cells in the hypothalamus that secrete oxytocin and vasopressin.
  7. 17. Cells that nurse and grow sperm in the testes.
  8. 18. A gland that develops the male body through release of testosterone
  9. 20. Cells that aide in the production of melatonin and respond to light.
  10. 21. A gland that controls rhythmic activities.
Down
  1. 1. Cells that monitor calcium levels in the body.
  2. 3. Cells that aide the pancreas in controlling the gastrointestinal process.
  3. 5. A gland that controls highly physical reactions.
  4. 6. Cells that produce hormones that trigger "fight or flight" reaction.
  5. 8. Cells that release a hormone that stimulates the thyroid.
  6. 10. Cells that prefer bases over acids. Many cells in the endocrine system are basophilic.
  7. 13. A vessel for the oocyte that releases an egg into the uterus during the menstrual cycle.
  8. 14. A gland that controls metabolism of biomolecules
  9. 15. Cells that develop in the thymus and insure working immune function.
  10. 16. A gland that controls calcium absorption
  11. 19. Cells that produce testosterone in the presence of luteinizing hormone.