Endocrine and Nervous Systems

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Which system is well adapted for coordinating gradual changes that affect the entire body?

  • Endocrine system (correct)
  • Respiratory system
  • Nervous system
  • Digestive system

What are the signaling molecules broadcast throughout the body by the endocrine system called?

  • Antibodies
  • Neurotransmitters
  • Enzymes
  • Hormones (correct)

Which type of hormones are derived from tyrosine?

  • Amines (correct)
  • Steroids
  • Proteins
  • Peptides

Which chemical class of hormones are hydrophilic?

<p>Peptides (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hormones are lipophilic?

<p>Steroids (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are peptide hormones released from the cell?

<p>Exocytosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of the communication lines in the nervous system?

<p>Axons (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system is well suited for directing immediate and rapid responses to the environment?

<p>Nervous system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do steroid hormones diffuse across the plasma membrane?

<p>Immediately (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process by which peptide hormones are synthesized and packaged into secretory vesicles?

<p>Cleavage and exocytosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system releases signaling molecules into the bloodstream to reach all locations in the body?

<p>Endocrine system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system transmits signals along dedicated routes to connect specific locations in the body?

<p>Nervous system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the endocrine system?

<p>To coordinate and control responses to stimuli (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the nervous system?

<p>To transmit signals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system relies on signaling molecules released into the bloodstream?

<p>Endocrine system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system relies on neurons to transmit signals?

<p>Nervous system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the endocrine and nervous systems work together?

<p>They enhance each other's functions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do signaling molecules in the endocrine system reach their target cells?

<p>Through the bloodstream (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do signals in the nervous system travel between neurons?

<p>Through electrical currents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of coordination and control in animals?

<p>To respond to stimuli (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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