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Which system acts through electrical impulses and neurotransmitters to cause muscle contraction and glandular secretion?
Which system acts through electrical impulses and neurotransmitters to cause muscle contraction and glandular secretion?
Which glands have ducts to carry their secretory product to a surface?
Which glands have ducts to carry their secretory product to a surface?
What is the major difference in the action duration between the nervous system and the endocrine system?
What is the major difference in the action duration between the nervous system and the endocrine system?
What is the meaning of the Greek term 'endo' in the word 'endocrine'?
What is the meaning of the Greek term 'endo' in the word 'endocrine'?
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How do hormones act in influencing body activities?
How do hormones act in influencing body activities?
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Which system acts through chemical messengers called hormones that influence growth, development, and metabolic activities?
Which system acts through chemical messengers called hormones that influence growth, development, and metabolic activities?
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What is the major difference between exocrine and endocrine glands?
What is the major difference between exocrine and endocrine glands?
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Which glands include the sweat, sebaceous, and mammary glands?
Which glands include the sweat, sebaceous, and mammary glands?
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What is the meaning of the Greek term 'endo' in the word 'endocrine'?
What is the meaning of the Greek term 'endo' in the word 'endocrine'?
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Which system acts through electrical impulses and neurotransmitters to cause muscle contraction and glandular secretion?
Which system acts through electrical impulses and neurotransmitters to cause muscle contraction and glandular secretion?
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Study Notes
Nervous System
- Functions through electrical impulses and neurotransmitters.
- Responsible for muscle contraction and glandular secretion.
Endocrine System
- Operates using chemical messengers called hormones.
- Hormones regulate growth, development, and metabolic activities.
Gland Types
- Exocrine glands possess ducts to convey secretory products to a surface.
- Examples of exocrine glands include sweat, sebaceous (oil), and mammary glands.
Action Duration
- The nervous system has a rapid action duration, while the endocrine system's effects last longer.
Terminology
- The Greek term 'endo' in 'endocrine' means "within" or "inside."
Hormonal Action
- Hormones exert their influence by binding to target cells, altering physiological functions and maintaining homeostasis.
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Test your knowledge of the endocrine system with this quiz! Explore the glands, hormones, and functions that regulate growth, reproduction, and cell activity. Enhance your understanding of this vital system alongside the nervous system.
