ENDOCRINESYSTEM

Endocrine system

The endocrine system is referring to the collection of cells, glands, and tissues of an organism that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream to control the organisms' physiological and behavioral activities. The endocrine system is in contrast to the exocrine system, which secretes its chemicals using ducts. The word endocrine derives from the Greek words "endo" meaning inside, within, and "crinis" for secrete. The endocrine system is an information signal system like the nervous system, yet its effects and mechanism are classifiably different. The endocrine system's effects are slow to initiate, and prolonged in their response, lasting ...

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endocrine system

Noun

  1. A control system of ductless glands that secrete hormones which circulate via the bloodstream to affect cells within specific organs.


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