Homeostasis Unit

2. Feedback System that detects changes and makes adjustments to return body to normal
5. chemical messengers that are secreted directly into the blood
7. cell A cell that has receptors that recognize the hormone
9. and pH Factors that affect enzymes
14. a hormone produced in the pancreas that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood.
16. The large gland behind the stomach that makes and secretes insulin
17. an organ in the body that makes and secretes hormones
19. A protein made by white blood cells that destroys a pathogen
21. Male gland that makes and secretes testosterone
22. type of protein that speeds up chemical reactions. Also called a catalyst.
23. to lose shape and function, affected by temperature or pH

1. create or combine molecules
3. Dead or weakened pathogens introduced into a body to produce immunity
4. molecule that is digested or synthesized by an enzyme
6. proteins On a cell membrane; Job is to receive/send chemical messages to other cells
8. Dynamic equilibrium. Keeps body within normal limits
10. Blood Cell Cell that makes antibodies and destroys pathogens in the body
11. Marker on cell membrane of a pathogen that triggers an immune response
12. Female glands that make and secrete estrogen and progesterone
13. and Key Theory The shape of an enzyme is specific for its function
15. break down molecules
18. An organism that causes disease such as a bacteria or virus. Also known as a microbe.
20. System System that maintains homeostasis by protecting the body from pathogens
22. system Regulates, coordinates, and controls body functions.