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Quiz: The Endocrine and Exocrine Systems

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Which statement best describes hormones?

A. Hormones are only made of peptides.
B. Hormones travel attached to white blood cells.
C. Hormones travel through the bloodstream.
D. Hormones are secreted through ducts.

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Final answer:

Hormones are chemical messengers that travel through the bloodstream to act on cells and organs.


Explanation:

Hormones are chemical messengers produced by cells and released into the bloodstream. They travel throughout the body and act on cells and organs that contain receptors for them. Unlike neurotransmitters, hormones are not released in close proximity to target cells but rather travel through the bloodstream.


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