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1. Which gland of the endocrine and nervous system controls the other glands in the body?
2. How will you differentiate thyroid and parathyroid glands in terms of location and functions?
3. If a person's blood sugar level becomes unstable, what glands might be involved in the problem?
4. How important is the thymus gland in keeping your body free from diseases?
5. What might happen to a person born without a thymus gland?
6. How will you explain the sudden boost of energy, increased strength and extraordinary ability to lift very heavy objects especially during emergency situations?
7. Why is injecting insulin an essential part of the daily regime for most people with diabetes?
8. Why does the menstrual cycle stop during menopause?
9. How do oral contraceptives, specifically birth control pills, prevent pregnancy?
10. Breastfeeding releases oxytocin and prolactin, hormones that relax the mother and make her feel more nurturing toward her baby. On the other, how does the baby benefit from the production of these hormones in the mother's body?