Chapter 9, Problem 23SAE

Summary Introduction

To review:

The examples of the problems faced by elderly individuals due to the decrease in hormone production.

Introduction:

The endocrine system is the second control system of the body after the nervous system. It produces hormones that regulate the body processes like growth, metabolism, and reproduction. The organs that produce hormone are called glands. The proper functioning of the glands is important so that the hormonal regulation of different body processes is not hampered.