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How do endocrine glands regulate physiological functions in the body?
How do endocrine glands regulate physiological functions in the body?
- By coordinating with the neural system to provide rapid responses.
- By secreting hormones directly into the bloodstream to reach target organs. (correct)
- By releasing hormones into ducts for external secretion.
- By directly innervating all cells of the body.
What is the main difference between endocrine glands and exocrine glands?
What is the main difference between endocrine glands and exocrine glands?
- Endocrine glands innervate all cells of the body while exocrine glands do not.
- Exocrine glands have hormones while endocrine glands have enzymes.
- Endocrine glands lack ducts while exocrine glands have ducts. (correct)
- Exocrine glands regulate cellular functions while endocrine glands coordinate organs.
In what way do the neural system and endocrine system work together to regulate physiological functions?
In what way do the neural system and endocrine system work together to regulate physiological functions?
- The neural system innervates all cells of the body.
- The two systems jointly coordinate and regulate functions in the body. (correct)
- The endocrine system provides rapid coordination among organs.
- The neural system releases hormones into the bloodstream.
Why is a special kind of coordination and integration needed in addition to neural coordination?
Why is a special kind of coordination and integration needed in addition to neural coordination?
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Why are endocrine glands referred to as ductless glands?
Why are endocrine glands referred to as ductless glands?
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