State the properties of animal hormones.

Explanation

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.