Asked by Andrea Aguirre on May 22, 2024
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Endocrine glands
A) have a duct.
B) secrete mucus.
C) are made of endothelial tissue.
D) secrete hormones.
E) transport products into cavities.
Endocrine Glands
Glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream, regulating various body functions.
Duct
A tube or passageway in a building or machine for conveying air, liquid, cables, etc., or in the body for conveying blood, lymph, or other fluids.
Hormones
Chemical messengers produced by glands in the body that regulate physiological and behavioral activities.
- Recognize the systems of organs and their mechanisms of coordination.
Verified Answer
HH
Hemal HeeralalMay 25, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream, not through ducts, distinguishing them from exocrine glands. They do not secrete mucus, are not made of endothelial tissue, and do not transport products into cavities.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the systems of organs and their mechanisms of coordination.