Question

Distinguish between endocrine and exocrine glands based on the following characteristics:  Presence and absence of ducts  Products secreted​

Answer 1

1. Endocrine glands do not have ducts, whereas Exocrine glands have ducts.
2. Endocrine glands secretes hormones, whereas Exocrine glands secrete sweat, enzymes, mucus, and sebum.
3. Example of Endocrine glands are: Thyroid glands, parathyroid glands, pituitary glands, adrenal glands.
4. Example of Exocrine glands are: Salivary glands, pancreas, liver, Brunner’s glands, oesophagal glands.