Multiple Choice
In the context of the endocrine system, which statement correctly describes the primary difference between endocrine and exocrine glands?
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16. The Endocrine System
Introduction to the Endocrine System
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In human physiology, what is the primary function of the endocrine system?
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To exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide between the air and the blood in the lungs
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To produce rapid electrical signals that travel along neurons to coordinate immediate responses
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To regulate body processes by secreting hormones into the bloodstream to act on target cells and organs
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To provide structural support and mineral storage by forming the skeleton
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Step 1: Understand the role of the endocrine system in the human body. The endocrine system is composed of glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.
Step 2: Recognize that hormones are chemical messengers that travel through the blood to target cells or organs, influencing various physiological processes.
Step 3: Differentiate the endocrine system from other systems mentioned: the respiratory system exchanges gases, the nervous system transmits electrical signals, and the skeletal system provides support and mineral storage.
Step 4: Identify that the primary function of the endocrine system is to regulate body processes such as growth, metabolism, reproduction, and homeostasis by hormone secretion.
Step 5: Conclude that the correct description of the endocrine system's primary function is its role in regulating body processes through hormone secretion acting on target cells and organs.
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