Difference between revisions of "Endocrine System"
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===About the Endocrine System=== | ===About the Endocrine System=== | ||
: The '''endocrine system''' is used to coordinate the behaviour of specific [[organ]]s in the body. | : The '''endocrine system''' is used to coordinate the behaviour of specific [[organ]]s in the body. | ||
| − | : The '''endocrine system''' consists of [[Endocrine Gland|endocrine glands]] which produce [[hormone]]s | + | : The '''endocrine system''' consists of [[Endocrine Gland|endocrine glands]] which produce [[hormone]]s that affect the functioning of [[Target Organ|target organs]]. |
Revision as of 10:54, 15 November 2018
Key Stage 4
Meaning
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.