Glands page 39 Flashcards

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gland

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a group of specialized epithelial cells that are capable of producing secretions

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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

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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

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exo

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means out of

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crine

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means to secrete

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endo

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means within

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