Explain how neurotransmitters work. Distinguish between neurotransmitters and hormones, and discuss one example of each found in the human body, describing how each works.

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Q: Describe the common function of the nervous and endocrine systems.

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Q: List the factors that can infl uence the blood concentration of a hormone.

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Q: the three ways hormone secretion is controlled

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Q: Using the below diagram, label each part along with its function. Also identify where ADH acts?

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Q: State how glucagon and insulin keep balance of blood glucose levels? Please briefly explain at your…

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Q: Compare the location of the receptors for peptide andsteroid hormones.

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Q: Briefly explain MoA of non-steroid hormones.

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Q: Describe the stimulus for release of the hormone, identify the gland and cells within that gland…

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Q: Describe the differences in the mechanism of action between ACTH and cortisol in target cells

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Q: “Some hormones are produced as inactive and then get converted into active hormone” – justify this…

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Q: Chemical classification of hormones. Give exact examples and compare hydrophobic and hydrophylic…

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Q: Give a polypeptide hormone as an example. What is the number of amino acids in the hormone? What is…

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Q: Explain how the nervous system and endocrine differ: the rate of their control, the way in which…

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Q: Compare the nervous and endocrine systems in terms of action, effect, duration of action, molecules,…

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Q: Provide definitions for the following: hormone, endocrine gland, exocrine gland, hormone receptor…

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Q: xplain how dopamine can be both a hormone and a neurotransmitter in regulating endocrine function.

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Q: Explain the homeostasis of hormones.

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