Endocrine system vs Nervous System Divisions: Flashcards

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Nature of message

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Endocrine system: Hormones

Nervous System: Electrical impulses neurotransmitters

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Transport of message

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Endocrine system: Via bloodstream

Nervous System:Along the membrane of neurons

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Cells affected

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Endocrine system: All body cells

Nervous System:Muscle, gland cells and other neurons

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Type of response

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Endocrine system: Very general + widespread

Nervous System: Usually local + specific

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Time taken to respond

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Endocrine system:Slower- seconds to days

Nervous System: Rapid- within milliseconds

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Duration of response

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Endocrine system: Longer lasting

Nervous System: brief

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