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Endocrine System – Collection of Glands Secreting Hormones
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The endocrine system is made up of glands that produce and secrete hormones. These hormones regulate the body's growth, metabolism (the physical and chemical processes of the body), and sexual development and function.
The endocrine system is in charge of body processes that happen slowly, such as cell growth. But even though the nervous system and endocrine system are separate systems, they often work together to help the body function properly.
The major glands of the endocrine system are the hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, parathyroids, adrenals, pineal body, and the reproductive organs (ovaries and testes). The pancreas is also a part of this system; it has a role in hormone production as well as in digestion.
The Human Biology site gives a detailed description of the endocrine system present in the human body and its related functions.
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