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Which hormone causes the mammary glands to produce milk?
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16. The Endocrine System
Introduction to the Endocrine System
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Which system is responsible for transporting hormones from endocrine glands to various body tissues?
A
Nervous system
B
Digestive system
C
Respiratory system
D
Circulatory system
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Identify the primary function of each system listed in the options: Nervous system, Digestive system, Respiratory system, and Circulatory system.
Understand that the nervous system is responsible for transmitting signals between different parts of the body, not for transporting hormones.
Recognize that the digestive system is involved in breaking down food and absorbing nutrients, not in hormone transport.
Acknowledge that the respiratory system is responsible for gas exchange, specifically oxygen and carbon dioxide, not for hormone distribution.
Conclude that the circulatory system, which includes the heart, blood, and blood vessels, is responsible for transporting hormones from endocrine glands to various body tissues, as it circulates blood throughout the body.
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