What is the function of endocrine glands? a) they are the targets of hormones b) they release hormones into the bloodstream for distribution around the body c) they release hormones into a space other than the circulatory system by means of ducts.

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Kristopher Koch

10 February, 20:23

What is the function of endocrine glands? a) they are the targets of hormones b) they release hormones into the bloodstream for distribution around the body c) they release hormones into a space other than the circulatory system by means of ducts.

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Lily Mata · Answer 1

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they release hormones into the bloodstream for distribution around the body

Explanation:

The endocrine system is a network of glands is the body that forms the hormones that enables the cell to communicate to each other. in other words endocrine system is a collection of glands that produce hormones that regulates, growth and development, metabolic processes, reproduction, sexual functions etc.

The main function of the endocrine glands is that they secret hormones into the blood stream for distribution around the body.