The pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands, as well as the gonads, are all part of a slower communication system in the body called the ________ system.

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The endocrine system is a slower communication system in the body that consists of glands such as the pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, and gonads, which secrete hormones into the bloodstream to regulate various bodily functions. The nervous system, reproductive system, and excretory system are all separate systems with their own functions.

The Pituitary, Thyroid, and Adrenal Glands, as Well as the Gonads