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| are ductless glands – contain endocrine cells to secrete their products (hormones) directly into blood |
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| functions in the regulation of body activities. The systems monitor and respond to any deviations from the body’s steady state |
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| are glands with ducts – produce and secrete their products (enzymes (digestive); sweat (sweat glands); milk (mammary glands); to a surface or cavity via ducts) |
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| are chemical messengers which influence growth, development, and metabolic activities |
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| The organs that interact with hormones. |
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