Question
State the properties of animal hormones.
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Answer
- Properties of animal hormones are as follows:
- $(1)$ They are specific chemical compounds secreted from specific endocrine glands.
- $(2)$ Hormones are chemical coordinators.
- $(3)$ They show their action on specific target cells, tissues or organs.
- $(4)$ They are transported through blood.
- $(5)$ Their secretion is in extremely small quantities. Hyper secretion or deficiency of hormone can lead to disorders.
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