What is the Endocrine System?
The endocrine system consists of a set of glands responsible for the production and secretion of vital substances
The endocrine system consists of a set of glands responsible for the production and secretion of vital substances
The circulatory system is formed by the set of organs and blood vessels (veins and arteries) that carry blood from the organs to the heart.
The respiratory system comprises the set of organs in the breathing process.
Hormones are chemical substances that produce certain changes in our bodies. They are colloquially called the chemical messengers of the body.
Our skin fulfills vital functions to protect our body from external factors. Some of them are bacteria, chemical substances, and temperature.
The skin is made up of three layers: Epidermis, dermis and Hypodermis. The skin is the largest organ of the body.
An artery is a blood vessel responsible for transporting blood from the heart to the organs that need it.
The heart is a muscular organ that pumps blood through the circulatory system by rhythmic contraction and dilation.
Bones are fundamentally responsible for protecting the organs and giving movement to the body and the muscular system.
The pancreas is an essential organ for the digestion process. It is located in the upper part of the abdominal cavity.