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| − | [[File:EndocrineSystem.png|right|300px|thumb|This [[diagram]] shows several [[Endocrine Gland|endocrine glands]] in the '''endocrine system'''. ''NB: You do not need to know the thymus or | + | [[File:EndocrineSystem.png|right|300px|thumb|This [[diagram]] shows several [[Endocrine Gland|endocrine glands]] in the '''endocrine system'''. ''NB: You do not need to know the thymus or pineal gland.'']] |
The '''endocrine system''' is an [[Organ System|organ system]] made of several [[Endocrine Gland|glands]] which produce [[hormone]]s. | The '''endocrine system''' is an [[Organ System|organ system]] made of several [[Endocrine Gland|glands]] which produce [[hormone]]s. | ||
Revision as of 10:00, 8 June 2019
Key Stage 4
Meaning
This diagram shows several endocrine glands in the endocrine system. NB: You do not need to know the thymus or pineal gland.
The endocrine system is an organ system made of several glands which produce hormones.
About the Endocrine System
- The endocrine system is used to coordinate the behaviour of specific organs in the body.
- The endocrine system consists of endocrine glands which produce hormones that affect the functioning of target organs.
- The glands in the endocrine system you should know are: