Asked by Vania Walangare on Apr 23, 2024
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Endocrine
A) Chemicals produced by neurons that function as hormones
B) Chemicals that act locally on nearby cells
C) Chemical secreted by presynaptic terminal
D) Influences same cell type from which it is secreted
E) Chemical secreted into blood by specialized cells; travels some distance to target tissues
Endocrine
Pertains to the system of glands that release hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate body functions.
Chemical Secreted into Blood
Substances released by cells or glands into the bloodstream to act on distant target organs or tissues.
Specialized Cells
Cells that have developed distinct characteristics and functions, adapted to perform a specific role within an organism.
- Differentiate among various kinds of chemical signals and how they operate.
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Mar'Quesha Hardy7 days ago
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Endocrine signals involve chemicals (hormones) secreted by specialized cells into the bloodstream, which then travel some distance to act on target tissues.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate among various kinds of chemical signals and how they operate.