Endocrine and Exocrine gland

Question 1

Define the ENDOCRINE GLAND and give an example

Answer 1

Endocrine gland secretes substances directly into the bloodstream and transports to the target cells. An example is Pituitary gland, Adrenal gland and Pancreas.

Question 2

Define the EXOCRINE GLAND and give an example

Answer 2

Exocrine gland secretes into duct and release their products onto the body surfaces, like the skin, or into cavities such as those inside the digestive tract. (Gastrointestinal tract). An example is sweat glands, sebaceous glands, salivary glands and mammary glands.