How Stuff Works - The Endocrine System

This is the second of three postings from the "How Stuff Works" website. In this installment, the site explains the workings of the Endocrine System. Click on any of the links below to go to:

• The main homepage at http://www.howstuffworks.com/
• The health subdivision page at http://health.howstuffworks.com/
• The anatomy channel page at http://health.howstuffworks.com/anatomy-channel.htm

The below section is taken directly from the Endocrine System page of the site. Feel free to click on any of the links.

Endocrine System

The endocrine system comprises a number of glands that produce hormones with a varied array of vital functions. Learn more about how the adrenal glands, pituitary glands and the pancreas works. See more »

Explore These Topics:

• Homeostasis
• Pituitary Gland
• The Endocrine System
• Endocrine System

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WebAnatomy Website

Murray Jensen, an associate professor at the University of Minnesota, developed the WebAnatomy site to help teach his anatomy and physiology students the various parts of the body. While the site is better suited for an AP Biology course, psychology and AP Psychology students should find the endocrine and nervous sections very useful.

Students have a variety of options including:

• Test Your Knowledge
• Race against the clock with timed tests
• Play Against Another - a multiplayer game
• Image Bank for
  
• Quiz Bowl
  

The site is located at http://msjensen.cehd.umn.edu/webanatomy/default.htm

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