Glands page 39 Flashcards
1
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gland
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a group of specialized epithelial cells that are capable of producing secretions
2
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exocrine glands
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secrete chemical substances into ducts that leads to other organs or out of the body
3
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endocrine glands
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produce hormones, do not have ducts. Hormones secreted directly into the bloodstream and are then transported to organs
4
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exo
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means out of
5
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crine
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means to secrete
6
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endo
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means within