Question

The human body system responsible for long term processes such as growth and sexual development of the body is known as

• A. Endocrine system
• B. Reproductive system
• C. Integumentary system
• D. Circulatory system
• E. Lymphatic system

Answer 1

The correct option is A Endocrine system

Endocrine system includes endocrine glands that release several hormones with specific target tissues/organs. These hormones maintain the homeostasis by regulating several long term processes such as development of sexual characters (male and female sex hormones), growth and development of organisms (growth hormones and thyroid hormones), blood glucose level (pancreatic hormones) etc. Function of reproductive system is to produce the offspring once reproductive maturity have been obtained. Integument system serve to protect the internal organs and to separate body's interior from the surroundings. Circulatory system is responsible for transport of respiratory gases through out the body while lymphatic system has its role in fluid balance, fat absorption and defense.

Therefore, the correct answer is option A.