Endocrine System Flashcards

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function of endocrine system

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  • releases hormones via glands
  • chemical changes
  • homeostasis
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homeostasis

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  • maintaining constant internal environment
  • regardless of changes in surroundings
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characteristics of nervous system

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  • nerve impulses travel in neurons
  • target specific muscles
  • instantaneous
  • shortlived response
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characteristics of endocrine system

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  • hormones travel in bloodstream
  • broad target
  • slow response
  • gradual change
  • targets glands that release specific hormones
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function of endocrine gland

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  • produces hormones
  • released directly into bloodstream
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hormones

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  • chemical messenger
  • produced by endorcrine
  • released into blood
  • targets specific cells/tissues/organs
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