the endocrine system the endocrine system – the hormone system – the body’s chemical messenger...
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The Endocrine System
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The Endocrine SystemThe Endocrine System – The hormone system
– the body’s chemical messenger system.Including the endocrine glands:
Pituitary Thyroid Parathyroid Adrenals Pancreas Ovaries Testes
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HormonesHormone – A chemical messenger used by
the endocrine system.Many serve as neurotransmitters.Table 3.2 on page 81.
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The Pituitary GlandThe Pituitary Gland:
“Master Gland!”Produces hormones influencing the secretions
of all other endocrine glands.Secretes the hormone that influences growth.Attached to the Brain’s Hypothalamus.