Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

16. The Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

Anatomy & Physiology

16. The Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true of the endocrine system?

Endocrine glands include the pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands.

The endocrine system releases hormones directly into the bloodstream.

Hormones produced by the endocrine system regulate long-term processes like growth and metabolism.

The endocrine system uses ducts to transport its secretions to target organs.

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Understand the function of the endocrine system: The endocrine system is responsible for releasing hormones directly into the bloodstream, which then travel to target organs to regulate various bodily functions.

Identify the types of glands involved: The endocrine system includes glands such as the pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands, which are known for their role in hormone production and secretion.

Recognize the processes regulated by hormones: Hormones produced by the endocrine system are involved in regulating long-term processes such as growth, metabolism, and homeostasis.

Differentiate between endocrine and exocrine systems: The endocrine system releases hormones directly into the bloodstream without using ducts, whereas the exocrine system uses ducts to transport its secretions to target organs.

Evaluate the statement: The statement 'The endocrine system uses ducts to transport its secretions to target organs' is incorrect because the endocrine system does not use ducts; it releases hormones directly into the bloodstream.