Human Endocrine System
Chapter Name : Chemical Coordination And Integration |
Sub Topic Code : 103_11_22_02_01 |
Topic Name : Human Endocrine System |
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Sub Topic Name : The Hypothalamus |
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Introduction
Functioning of hypothalamus
Pre-Requisites:
Hormones
Activity:
We get excited when we watch a cricket match.
Real Life Question:
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Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Hormones | Hormones are silent drivers of behavior and personality; their molecular fingerprints are on everything from attraction to appetite |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Hypothalamus function chart | Link the nervous system to the endocrine system |
Real life uses :
Hormones regulate our reaction towards emotions.
Places to visit :
Biology lab.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Excitement | We get excited when we watch a cricket match. |
What you learn in Theory:
The hypothalamus is a portion of the brain that contains a number of small nuclei with a variety of functions
What you learn in Practice:
The hypothalamus is a portion of the brain that contains a number of small nuclei with a variety of functions