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Question 99

Which statements correctly classify endocrine secretion? Select all that apply.

  1. It always uses a duct to a body surface
  2. It releases hormones without an outlet ductCorrect answer
  3. Its messages travel only along nerves
  4. Its hormones can enter tissue fluid and bloodCorrect answer

Explanation

Endocrine glands are ductless and release hormones into the surrounding fluid, from which the hormones can enter blood. A secretion delivered by a duct to a surface or cavity follows an exocrine route rather than the endocrine route described here.

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