Question
What is endocrine gland? Name any eight endocrine glands present in the human body.
Answer
An endocrine gland is a type of gland that secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream, rather than through a duct. These hormones travel throughout the body and affect the function of various organs and tissues.
There are several endocrine glands present in the human body, including:
- Pituitary gland
- Thyroid gland
- Parathyroid glands
- Adrenal glands
- Pancreas
- Pineal gland
- Thymus gland
- Gonads (ovaries and testes)
