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2 What is the Endocrine System? The endocrine system regulates metabolism, tissue function, growth and development, reproduction, sleep, and your mood. It uses glands to regulate these...
13 maj 2017 · The endocrine system maintains homeostasis in the body by releasing hormones that target specific organs and tissues. Hormones are chemical messengers that circulate through the bloodstream and are produced by endocrine glands.
30 wrz 2022 · The Endocrine System • Second messenger system of the body • Uses chemical messages (hormones) that are released into the blood • Hormones control several major processes – Reproduction – Growth and development – Mobilization of body defenses – Maintenance of much of homeostasis – Regulation of metabolism
Endocrine glands and their hormones help regulate metabolic processes. They control the rate of certain chemical reactions and in the transportation of substances across membranes and help regulate water and electrolyte balance. They also play a vital role in reproduction, development and growth.
10 sie 2019 · The endocrine system is made up of glands that produce and secrete hormones which regulate growth, metabolism, sexual development and homeostasis. The major glands include the hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, thymus, pineal, reproductive organs and pancreas.
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14 sie 2014 · Regulation • Why are hormones needed? • chemical messages from one body part to another • communication needed to coordinate whole body • homeostasis & regulation • metabolism • growth • development • maturation • reproduction growth hormones
