Oct 19, 2023 Questions: Identify principle endocrine glands of humans (hypothalamus (1), anterior (6) & posterior (2) pituitary, thyroid (2), parathyroid (1), adrenal glands (4), pancreas (2), ovaries (2) & testes (1) (# indicates # of hormones per gland) Describe the function of the hormones of the principal endocrine glands and describe how they maintain homeostasis through feedback Explain the metabolic roles hormones may play in homeostasis Explain how the endocrine system allows humans to sense their internal environment & respond appropriately Compare the endocrine & nervous systems and explain how they act together Describe the physiological consequences of hormone imbalances (diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, gigantism, goiter, cretinism, Graves` disease)