ENDOCRINE SYSTEM - Endocrine System Basics

Question 1

What is the function of the endocrine system?

Answer 1

Chemical control of the body through hormone secretion.

Question 2

What are the major organs of the endocrine system?

Answer 2

Thyroid, pineal, pituitary, adrenal glands, pancreas, parathyroid glands.

Question 3

How do endocrine and nervous systems compare?

Answer 3

The endocrine system uses hormones for slow, long-lasting effects, while the nervous system uses electrical signals for fast, short-term responses.

Question 4

How do endocrine and exocrine glands differ?

Answer 4

Endocrine: Ductless, releases hormones into the bloodstream.

Exocrine: Releases products via ducts to external surfaces or internal cavities.