Comparison of Nervous and Endocrine Systems 11.1 Flashcards

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Which is faster – nervous or endocrine system?

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Nervous

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Which system has longer lasting effects after stimulus occurs?

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Endocrine

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3
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Which system uses electrical signals and neurotransmitters?

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Nervous

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Which system uses the bloodstream to distribute to target cells distributed throughout the body?

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Endocrine

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Which system has “synapses” as a way to release its contents to specific target organ?

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Nervous

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Which system reacts quickly (within milliseconds)?

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Nervous

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Which system is slower to respond and stop?

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Endocrine

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Which system uses chemical messengers called hormones?

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Endocrine

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