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This video easily explains the function of the endocrine system. It tells you the six major types of glands that secrete hormones. Hormones are secreted into the capillaries that run through each major endocrine gland. It shows red blood cells moving through the capillaries. You can not see the hormones running through them though because they are in the solution in the blood plasma. Hormones can travel freely through the capillary walls and only influence specific target cells. Target cells have specific chemical receptors that can be on the surface or inside of the cell.

(Note: the endocrine system starts at 1:08) This video does a good job of explaining the different parts of the endocrine system including hormones, the hypothalamus, the pineal gland, the thyroid gland, the parathyroid glands, the thymus gland, the pituitary gland, the adrenal glands, and the pancreas.

this video is goes into detail about how the endocrine system works, maintains homeostasis and other factors such as the different hormones and glands. * credits go until 15seconds

This video describes the pituitary gland, adrenal gland, various hormones, the hypothalamus, thyroid gland, and many others.

This web page has a diagram of the endocrine system as well as a chart showing each galnd and what hormones it secretes. Ends with some facts.

This give a basic explanation of the endocrine system and the glands of the human body as well as a diagram. It is informative enough without giving an overwhelming amount of detail.

Short video with decent graphics that goes into the structure, location, and functions of the Endocrine system.

Shows the differences between the Endocrine and Nervous Systems, goes in depth about the glands, hormones, and and major organs.

This website basically summarizes the entire endocrine system. It includes the major endocrine glands and the main hormones produced. I especially like the diagram, because it helps me picture where the glands are located. This site makes the information on the endocrine system easier to understand,and I thought it was very helpful!

This animation is good at explaining all of the major glands involved in the endocrine system. It explains how hormones work as chemical messengers and send messages to the organs. It also details the ovaries, testes, and pancreas, and their relationship with the endocrine system. Additionally, It gives details on how the endocrine system works to maintain homeostasis. This video is very easy to understand, but is pretty basic.

The website explains the purposes of the endocrine system, and how it helps maintain homeostasis within the body. It includes detailed information about the three classes of hormones (steroids, peptides, amines), the evolution of the endocrine system, and how the endocrine system works with the nervous system, as well as endocrine organs such as the adrenal glands, the thyroid gland, and the pancreas. The website is easy to comprehend and has a wide range of information.

Easy to follow animation that takes you through the endocrine system. It clearly shows the location and function of each gland. It also explanes what the hormones released do.