Which One of the Following Is Not a Characteristic of the Endocrine

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is not a characteristic of the endocrine system?

• A) releases chemical messengers called hormones
• B) produces a more rapid response than the nervous system
• C) produces effects that last for days or longer
• D) produces an effect that involves several organs or tissues at the same time
• E) important homeostatic system

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