Homeostasis

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Across
  1. 5. I control blood sugar's fate. I use insulin and glucagon to keep levels in a balanced state
  2. 8. I'm a hormone produced by the ovaries, regulating the menstrual cycle and supporting pregnancy. Life's circle relies on me
  3. 10. I'm the "mighty filter" of the blood's waste, ensuring toxins are removed with haste.
  4. 11. I am a muscle, contracting and relaxing to control breathing. Take a breath, and think of me.
  5. 14. I'm a molecule that helps keep the pH levels in check. In the body's fluids, I play an important role
  6. 15. I'm a balancing act, maintaining stable conditions inside
  7. 16. I'm the "fight-or-flight" hormone, released in response to stress or danger. When adrenaline kicks in, be ready to act
  8. 18. This "chemical messenger" flies through the bloodstream, delivering important messages to maintain balance
  9. 22. When glucose is in short supply, I'm the hero who steps in. I break down stored energy to save the day
  10. 23. I'm a gland nestled in the brain, producing hormones that regulate other glands. Master of the endocrine domain.
  11. 24. I'm a tiny, bean-shaped structure, working tirelessly to filter the blood and create urine. Don't underestimate my impact
  12. 27. I'm the "oxygen carrier," binding tightly to the iron core.
  13. 29. I is a hormone the pancreas produces, regulating blood sugar levels. My role is sweet but vital
  14. 30. I form the protective barrier around cells and controlling their entry and exit.
  15. 31. You can find me in the kidneys, working hard to maintain balance by reabsorbing essential substances
Down
  1. 1. I'm the body's temperature regulator, perspiration producer extraordinaire. Keep cool and guess my name
  2. 2. I'm a hormone released by the thyroid, controlling metabolism. When imbalanced, things can become chaotic
  3. 3. breath of life
  4. 4. I'm a tiny sensor, always on the lookout. When things go wrong, I send signals to make things right
  5. 6. I'm the "mighty communicator," relaying messages between the brain and body
  6. 7. I am a hormone that quenches thirst
  7. 9. I'm like a thermostat, making sure things don't get too hot or too cold. When I sense a change, I take over
  8. 12. I'm the brain's nightlight, helping you sleep tight. When darkness falls, I'm in control.
  9. 13. I'm like a river, carrying oxygen to all corners of the body. Without me, life would come to a halt
  10. 17. I monitor CO2 levels with care. Adjusting the rhythm, ensuring a steady air share
  11. 19. I'm a vital fluid, circulating through the body's pipes. My red and white cells keep things running smoothly
  12. 20. I am known for my role in promoting male characteristics and strength
  13. 21. I'm a protective barrier, guarding the body from invaders
  14. 25. I am responsible for filtering your blood to remove waste and excess fluid
  15. 26. I'm a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the neck, controlling the body's metabolism and growth. Don't underestimate my influence
  16. 28. system I'm the body's first line of defense, preventing pathogens from entering the body. Immunity starts with me