What is the endocrine system? Differentiate between endocrine and exocrine glands.
The system formed by a group of endocrine gland is called the endocrine system.
The differences are:
Endocrine glands | Exocrine glands |
They don't have duct and pour their secretion directly into the bloodstream. | They have duct and secretes their product into duct. |
They secrete hormones. | They secrete enzymes. |
They are present away from the action. | They are located near the site of action. |