Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 Unity
of Form and Function, Saladin, 6th
edition. (McGraw Hill) Chapter 17 Final
Exam 2024 Study Guide
What is a hormone? - Answer>>chemical messengers that are transported by the bloodstream
and stimulate physiological responses in cells of another tissue or organ, often a considerable
distance away
What is the definition of the endocrine system? - Answer>>glands, tissues, and cells that secrete
hormones
What are the names of the organs of the endocrine system? - Answer>>Pineal gland, pituitary
gland, thyroid gland, adrenal gland, and adrenal glands are the organs that it is their primary
function to produce hormones. The organs that have hypothalamus,, thymus, pancreas,
parathyroid glands, ovary(female) and testis (male).
What is the contrast of the endocrine system and the exocrine glands? - Answer>>Exocrine
glands secrete products into ducts that then empty into body cavities or onto the body surface.
Where endocrine glands secrete products (hormones) into the blood stream.
What are the Standard abbreviation for the hormones? - Answer>>...
What is the comparison between the nervous system and the endocrine system? -
Answer>>Both serve for internal communication. They both have a different speed and
persistence of response to stimuli.
What is the difference between the nervous systems response time and the endocrines
response time? - Answer>>The nervous system reacts quickly, and stops quickly. The endocrine
system reacts slowly, anywhere from seconds to days and the effect may continue for weeks.
