BIOLOGICAL BASES OF BEHAVIOR
THE NERVOUS AND ENDOCRINE SYSTEMS
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A system of vessels that circulates blood around the body.
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A group of bones and tissue that provides support and structure for the body.
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A group of glands that work together with the nervous system to coordinate all body functions
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A group of organs that is responsible for eliminating wastes.
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Detailed explanation-1: -The endocrine system is made up of glands that make hormones. Hormones are the body’s chemical messengers. They carry information and instructions from one set of cells to another. The endocrine (EN-duh-krin) system influences almost every cell, organ, and function of our bodies.
Detailed explanation-2: -Along with the nervous system, the endocrine system coordinates the body’s functions to maintain homeostasis during rest and exercise. The nervous and endocrine systems also work together to initiate and control movement, and all the physiological processes movement involves.
Detailed explanation-3: -The hormones created and released by the glands in your body’s endocrine system control nearly all the processes in your body. These chemicals help coordinate your body’s functions, from metabolism to growth and development, emotions, mood, sexual function and even sleep.