Learning Intention 9 Flashcards
To understand how each system depends on others and how they coordinate to maintain homeostasis
What is the method of communication in the nervous system
nerves or neurons releasing neurotransmitters
What is the method of communication in the endocrine system
glands or cells releasing hormones into the bloodstream
What are the target cells for the nervous system
neurons, muscles or glands
What are the target cells for the endocrine system
any cell in the body with a receptor for the hormone
How fast is the response of the nervous system
it ranges from milliseconds to seconds
How fast is the response of the endocrine system
it ranges from seconds to minutes
How long does the response last in the nervous system
milliseconds
How long does the response last in the endocrine system
minutes, days or weeks
How does the nervous system transmit signals
it uses nerves or neurons to transmit electrical signals down the axon
What chemicals do neurons release to transmit signals
neurotransmitters
How does the endocrine system transmit signals
it releases hormones into the bloodstream
What types of hormones does the endocrine system release
water-soluble and fat-soluble hormones
What are neurotransmitters
chemicals released by neurons that transmit signals to other neurons, muscles, or glands
What are hormones
hemicals released by glands or cells that transmit signals to other cells in the body
Which system has a more widespread effect
endocrine
