Which is the function of the endocrine system?

A. to produce offspring

B. to separate and eliminate waste

C. to protect the body from disease

D. to produce secretions that regulate the body

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Peyton Calderon

11 October, 23:13

Which is the function of the endocrine system?

A. to produce offspring

B. to separate and eliminate waste

C. to protect the body from disease

D. to produce secretions that regulate the body

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Josephine Valencia · Answer 1

The correct answer is D. to produce secretions that regulate the body

Explanation:

The endocrine system, through the glands (example: pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, among others), secretes chemical substances (hormones) that are released into the bloodstream, which maintain the chemical balance of the body, growth control, state of mood, nutrient metabolism, among other functions.

Which is the function of the endocrine system?A. to produce offspringB. to separate and eliminate wasteC. to protect the body from diseaseD. to produce secretions that regulate the body

Which is the function of the endocrine system?

A. to produce offspring

B. to separate and eliminate waste

C. to protect the body from disease

D. to produce secretions that regulate the body