The Endocrine System

question 48

Multiple Choice

The endocrine system

• A) releases neurotransmitters into ducts.
• B) secretes chemicals that reach their targets through the bloodstream.
• C) communicates via frequency-modulated signals.
• D) contains organs called exocrine glands.
• E) is isolated from the nervous system.

Recognize the significance and interpretation of dreams and their role in psychological theory.

Understand the concept of sleep deprivation, its causes, and its impact on health and behavior.

Acknowledge the effect of biological rhythms, such as circadian rhythms, on sleep patterns and daily functioning.

Grasp the psychological and physiological effects of stimulant and hallucinogenic drugs on consciousness.

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