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Write a short note on endocrine system.

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  • Endocrine system regulates various functions of the body and maintains the internal environment.
  • Endocrine glands are present in the body, produce chemical substances called hormones.
  • The glands of endocrine system are:
  • Pituitary gland - At the base of brain
  • Pineal Gland - At the base of brain
  • Thyroid Gland - Neck
  • Thymus Gland - Chest
  • Pancreas (Islets of Langerhans) - Abdomen Adrenal Gland Above the kidney
  • Gonads - Pelvic cavity

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