Endocrine System

Explore the endocrine system with the Amoeba Sisters! This video briefly discusses endocrine vs exocrine before showing major endocrine glands and discussing examples of hormones released by each gland. Video also provides an example of a condition [hypothyroidism] where an endocrine gland is not functioning as it should. ----------------- Table of Contents: 00:00 Intro 0:30 Intro to Endocrine System 1:22 Endocrine vs Exocrine 2:37 Hormones Can Be Made of Different Biomolecules 2:53 Hormones Bind to Target Cells 3:09 Tour of Glands with Hormone Examples 7:47 Nervous System Uses Neurotransmitters 8:09 Example of Endocrine Gland Not Functioning Correctly -----------------