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What is the primary function of the endocrine system?
What is the primary function of the endocrine system?
- To regulate body temperature and fluid balance
- To produce and release hormones into the bloodstream (correct)
- To digest food and absorb nutrients
- To transmit electrical signals throughout the body
Which gland is responsible for regulating metabolism and energy production?
Which gland is responsible for regulating metabolism and energy production?
- Pineal gland
- Pancreas
- Thyroid gland (correct)
- Adrenal gland
What is the function of the pancreas in the endocrine system?
What is the function of the pancreas in the endocrine system?
- Control the sleep-wake cycle through melatonin secretion
- Produce and release cortisol in response to stress
- Regulate calcium levels in the blood
- Regulate blood sugar levels by producing insulin and glucagon (correct)
