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How does the autonomic nervous system differ from the endocrine system in terms of control?
How does the autonomic nervous system differ from the endocrine system in terms of control?
- Autonomic nervous system controls rapid changes, while the endocrine system is involved in slower adjustments (correct)
- Both autonomic nervous system and endocrine system control rapid changes
- Both autonomic nervous system and endocrine system are involved in slower adjustments
- Endocrine system controls rapid changes, while the autonomic nervous system is involved in slower adjustments
What is a characteristic of endocrine glands?
What is a characteristic of endocrine glands?
- They have physical connections between each other
- They primarily release enzymes for digestion
- They are surrounded by a network of capillaries facilitating hormone diffusion into the bloodstream (correct)
- They secrete hormones directly into the ducts
Why are endocrine glands referred to as ductless glands?
Why are endocrine glands referred to as ductless glands?
- Because hormones diffuse directly into the bloodstream without passing through ducts (correct)
- Because they primarily secrete enzymes rather than hormones
- Because they have physical connections with other glands
- Because they release hormones through ducts
Where do hormones go after they are released by endocrine glands?
Where do hormones go after they are released by endocrine glands?
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How do hormones reach target tissues and organs?
How do hormones reach target tissues and organs?
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