Which of the Following Statements Is True for the Nervous

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true for the nervous system but NOT the endocrine system?

• A) A messenger communicates to target cells by binding to specific receptors.
• B) Effector organs are scattered throughout the body.
• C) Communication occurs over long distances.
• D) There is a special anatomical arrangement between the secretory cell and the target cell.
• E) A messenger is transported in the bloodstream.

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