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In the nervous system, neurotransmitters are the main means of communication between neurons. The main means of communication between organs in the endocrine system is by ____.
 
  a. glands
  b. cytokines
  c. hormones
  d. thalamus

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Scientists have just discovered a new hormone that appears to have very specific effects. This specificity of effects is most likely due to ____.
 
  a. a small distance between the gland and the target organs
  b. unique receptors on the target organ
  c. the hormone being secreted by the target organs
  d. the hormone being active in the bloodstream


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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
c

Answer to Question 2

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Reply #2 on: Jun 19, 2018
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