The Endocrine and Exocrine Systems Answers

Use the drop-down menus to determine which structures of the exocrine system are described below.

glandduct✔ hormone a substance produced by cells that helps specific groups of cells to perform specific functions

gland✔ ducthormone a channel or tube that conveys a substance

✔ endocrineexocrine thyroid gland

endocrine✔ exocrine salivary glands

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Use the drop-down menus below to complete the following statement.

Which endocrine gland is indicated by the arrow?

Which endocrine gland is indicated by the arrow?

Use the drop-down menus to determine which structures of the endocrine system are described below.

Which exocrine gland is indicated by the arrow?

Use the drop-down menus to determine which structures of the exocrine system are described below.

is the state of maintaining a stable internal environment despite changing external conditions.

Read the scenario below. Which type of feedback loop is occurring?During labor, certain hormones are released that cause the contraction of the uterus in order to push the baby out. When those hormones are sensed by the glands of the endocrine system, they secrete more of that hormone which keeps labor going until the baby is born. ✔ positivenegative

A growth chart is used in monitoring the growth and development of a child. The star on the chart represents a girl who is at the doctor for a routine check-up. Judging by the location of the star, should the doctor conduct tests to examine her pituitary gland?yes✔ no

endocrine✔ exocrine

pancreastestesparathyroid gland✔ pituitary gland called the “master gland” of the endocrine system

✔ pancreaslivergoblet cellssweat glands secretes enzymes that aid in digestion

are chemical messengers that can travel through the bloodstream and tell cells in the body what to do. They are very important in maintaining homeostasis.

Why or why not?