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How do the circulatory system and the endocrine system interact in helping to maintain homeostasis in humans?

A. The endocrine system produces hormones that are transported by the circulatory system to target cells when changes are needed.

B. The circulatory system provides a way to transport cellular waste products to the endocrine system, which disposes of them.

C. The endocrine system provides a storage site for excess raw materials needed by cells, and the circulatory system provides a means for transporting them.

D. The circulatory system signals to target cells in the endocrine system when changes need to be made to maintain balance in the body.

I think it's A...Am I correct?

Answer 1

Hi Taryn,

 

The definition of endocrine gland is that it releases the hormone directly in blood. In retrospect, the secretion of exocrine gland comes through ducts.

 

Blood carries hormones through out the body through circulatory system, hormone recognize their target cells through presence of hormone receptors in target cells. Some hormones are released in response to stress or else while some (such as GH) are released in steady state level depending on the developmental age.

 

Your choice A is correct, however, I explained the mechanism briefly.

 

Hope this helps as well.

 

 

Answer 2

Yes, Taryn.  

 

I think you are correct from the choices given.  The choice A makes most sense, knowing how the body works.  

 

 

Best wishes!