The endocrine system Flashcards
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Exocrine glands
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Exocrine glands release their product into ducts or tubes
2
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An endocrine gland
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An endocrine gland is a ductless gland that produces hormones, which are released directly into the bloodstream
3
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A hormone
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A hormone is a chemical messenger produced by an endocrine gland and carried by the bloodstream to another part of the body, where it has a specific effect
