I WONDER - What Is The Endocrine System?

The video tutorial explains the endocrine system, a network of glands that produce hormones. These hormones act as chemical messengers traveling through the bloodstream to regulate various body functions, including growth, metabolism, and mood.

What is the primary function of the endocrine system?

• To circulate blood

• To protect against infections

• To produce hormones

• To digest food

How do hormones travel to different parts of the body?

• Via the digestive system

• Through the nervous system

• Via the lymphatic system

• Through the bloodstream

What are hormones primarily responsible for in the body?

• Sending chemical messages

• Fighting infections

• Breaking down food

• Carrying oxygen

Which of the following is NOT a function regulated by hormones?

• Metabolism

• Growth

• Digestion

• Mood

Which body function is influenced by hormones?

• Reflex actions

• Blood clotting

• Mood regulation

• Breathing