17.4.1: Student Notebook Assignment

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    Read only the part listed below. Take notes and answer questions as described. Each note taking instruction should be done in your own words, in 1-2 sentences or bullet points, or unless otherwise stated.

    17.4 Thyroid

    • Describe the structure of the thyroid gland.
    • Define and use the following terms:
      • Colloid
    • Describe the cascade that results in the release of thyroid hormones.
    • Describe the function of the thyroid hormones. Predict what would happen if they were up or down regulated.
    • Explain how iodine deficiency is linked to issues with the thyroid gland.
    • Describe the function of calcitonin.

    Watch the YouTube video Endocrine System, Part 2 – Hormone Cascades: Crash Course Anatomy & Physiology #24

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