How does hormonal control differ from nervous control?

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Hormonal Control: It is the endocrinal secretion of hormones into the bloodstream in order to produce an effect on the target organs in the body.
Nervous control: Neutral control involves nerve impulses generated by the nerve cells of the nervous system. These nerve impulses produce effects on the target organs of the body.

Point of Difference
Nervous System
Hormonal System
1. Components Consists of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Consists of endocrine glands which secrete hormones.
2. Mode of action It involves the transmission of nerve impulses through nerve fiber that are received by the receptors. It involves the activity of hormones, which reach target cell or organs via blood circulation.
3. Type of connection A direct connection exists between receptors, sensory organs, central nervous system (CNS) and effector. No direct connection exists between the site of secretion and the site of action.
4. Type of transmission Fast and temporary, stops on the removal of stimulation. Slow and exists for a longer period of time.

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Point of Difference	Nervous System	Hormonal System
1. Components	Consists of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.	Consists of endocrine glands which secrete hormones.
2. Mode of action	It involves the transmission of nerve impulses through nerve fiber that are received by the receptors.	It involves the activity of hormones, which reach target cell or organs via blood circulation.
3. Type of connection	A direct connection exists between receptors, sensory organs, central nervous system (CNS) and effector.	No direct connection exists between the site of secretion and the site of action.
4. Type of transmission	Fast and temporary, stops on the removal of stimulation.	Slow and exists for a longer period of time.