Endocrine System
Function: Produces hormones to maintain homeostasis. Works with the nervous system to control the body and for communication. Sends signals slowly via hormones which control growth.
It regulates the body by secreting different hormones into the bloodstream. It controls growth, reproduction and metabolism.
Major Organs
Endocrine Gland: secrete hormones directly into the blood stream (circulatory system) Glands include: pineal, pituitary, pancreas, ovaries, testes, thyroid, adrenal.
Major Molecules:
Hormones:
Male and female reproductive organs both produce hormones.
Important Info:
The nervous and endocrine systems work together as the body's systems for control and communication. The nervous system sends out immediate and specific information as electrical impulses. The endocrine system send signals more slowly via hormones which control growth and metabolism.
It regulates the body by secreting different hormones into the bloodstream. It controls growth, reproduction and metabolism.
Major Organs
Endocrine Gland: secrete hormones directly into the blood stream (circulatory system) Glands include: pineal, pituitary, pancreas, ovaries, testes, thyroid, adrenal.
Major Molecules:
Hormones:
Male and female reproductive organs both produce hormones.
Important Info:
The nervous and endocrine systems work together as the body's systems for control and communication. The nervous system sends out immediate and specific information as electrical impulses. The endocrine system send signals more slowly via hormones which control growth and metabolism.
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