Practice Question
Which of the following distinguishes endocrine and exocrine glands from one another?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
The presence or absence of ducts
Rationale:
♦️ The primary distinction between endocrine and exocrine glands lies in whether or not they use ducts to transport their secretions.
♦️ Endocrine glands are ductless and release hormones directly into the bloodstream, targeting distant organs.
♦️ Exocrine glands, on the other hand, release substances like sweat, enzymes, or mucus through ducts to a specific surface or cavity.
♦️ This structural feature defines their classification, not the type of secretion or its effects.
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This question is from ATI TEAS 7 Science~2024 Exam 3 which contains 48 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: ATI TEAS
- Subcategory: Science Exam(s)
- Domain: Science~2024
- Answer Choices: 4