What's the general difference between endocrine and exocrine cells? The type of tissue they compose. Where they secrete their products. Where they are located in the body. Whether they are under control of the ANS.
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1. Select part of the brain that controls the pituitary gland. A. Thyroid gland B. Hypothalamus C. Parathyroid D. Pancreas 2. Identify the difference between endocrine and exocrine glands. A. Endocrine glands produce hormones; exocrine glands produce neurohormones. B. Endocrine glands only affect cells in the immediate area; exocrine glands affect cells in the distance area. C. Endocrine glands secrete into the interstitial fluid; exocrine glands release secretions into ducts. D. Endocrine glands have distinct structures; exocrine glands may be specialized in other tissues.
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