Chapter 38, Problem 8TY

Summary Introduction

Introduction:

Hormones are the chemical messengers which are secreted into the blood by the glands present in our body. They are transported to the target organs via circulatory system. They help in development of growth, metabolism of food, control our mood, and maintain body temperature. The hormones are of two types, hydrophilic hormones, which are water soluble hormones, and hydrophobic hormones, which are non-soluble in water.