In Contrast to the Nervous System, the Endocrine System Accomplishes

question 50

Multiple Choice

In contrast to the nervous system, the endocrine system accomplishes homeostasis by:

• A) producing an immediate effect in target cells.
• B) sending action potentials that excite or inhibit target cells.
• C) releasing hormones into the blood that regulate the functions of other cells.
• D) controlling the activities of the autonomic nervous system (ANS).

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