Campbell Biology (11th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13409-341-0
ISBN 13: 978-0-13409-341-3

Chapter 40 - 40.1 - Concept Check - Page 879: 3

Answer

The nervous system transmits information from the stimuli rapidly by nerve impulses. This passing of information involves very short-range signals. However, they are short-lasting, so they cannot communicate directly to target cells (i.e., liver cells to release glucose). Consequently, the nervous system triggers the release of "fight-or-flight" hormones, such as epinephrine and norepinephrine, by the endocrine system. Unlike neural transmissions, hormones require time to travel through the bloodstream to the target cells; Thus, both systems contribute to maintaining homoeostasis.

Work Step by Step

The endocrine and nervous system are explained in detail on page 874.
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