The Endocrine System
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Which of the following best describes the endocrine system?

  • A system that secretes chemicals outside of the body
  • A system that secretes neurotransmitters
  • A system that secretes chemical messengers called hormones (correct)
  • A system that transports chemicals through nerves and synapses

    • What is the main difference between the nervous system and the endocrine system?

  • The nervous system has a faster response time than the endocrine system
  • The nervous system has a longer duration of response than the endocrine system
  • The nervous system transports chemicals through nerves and synapses, while the endocrine system transports chemicals through the bloodstream (correct)
  • The nervous system uses neurotransmitters, while the endocrine system uses hormones

    • Which class of chemical messengers is secreted by cells in a local area and influences the activity of the same cell type?

  • Endocrine
  • Autocrine (correct)
  • Paracrine
  • Exocrine

    • What does the Greek word 'endocrine' mean?

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    Which of the following is an example of an exocrine secretion?

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