16.1: Overview of the Endocrine System Flashcards
1
Q
Define Endocrine Glands
A
Produce hormones and lack ducts
2
Q
Define Hormone
A
long-distance chemical signals that travel in blood throughout the body
3
Q
Speed and Duration response in Nervous System
A
speed: initiates response rapidly
duration: short duration response
4
Q
Speed and Duration response in Endocrine System
A
speed: initiates response slowly
Duration: long duration
