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Question 7 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

Which statement correctly contrasts endocrine glands and exocrine glands?

Answer

Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into blood, and exocrine glands secrete hormones into ducts.

Endocrine glands are typically found in the cutaneous membrane, and exocrine glands are found all over the body.

Endocrine glands form tissue layers, and exocrine glands form organs.

Endocrine glands secrete one type of hormone, and exocrine glands secrete several types of hormones.

Explanation

Endocrine glands are ductless: they release hormones into the surrounding fluid, from which the hormones enter the bloodstream. Exocrine glands release their products through ducts to a surface or into a body cavity, so choice A gives the correct contrast. The products of exocrine glands are not necessarily hormones.

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