THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM Crossword

is the group of specialized glands that affects the growth
the secretory organs that remove and release certain elements from the blood to convert the new compounds
it is also known as the duct glands
this is also known as the ductless glands
male sexual glands;function in reproduction(singular:testicle)
a sweat and oil glands of the skin, produce a substance that travels through the small,tube-like ducts
female sexual glands; function in reproduction
secretions, such as insulin, adrenaline, and estrogen,that stimulate functional activity or other secretions in the body
secrete about 30 steroid hormones and control metabolic processes of the body
plays a major role in sexual development, sleep, and metabolism
secretes enzyme-producing cells that are responsible for digesting carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
most complex organ of the endocrine system
regulate blood calcium and phosphorus levels so that the nerves and muscular system can function properly.
controls how quickly the body burns energy(metabolism)
there are 30 ___________ telling your body what it should do every day