Which of the Following Is a Difference Between Neurotransmitters and Hormones

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a difference between neurotransmitters and hormones?

• A) Neurotransmitters are a derivative of steroids, whereas hormones are a derivative of proteins.
• B) Neurotransmitters have a complex chemical structure, whereas hormones have a simple chemical structure.
• C) Neurotransmitters are produced by the body, whereas hormones are exclusively taken through diet.
• D) Neurotransmitters act over a short distance, whereas hormones act over a long distance.
• E) All of these are differences between neurotransmitters and hormones.

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