Question

Which of the following are also known as chemical messengers?

• A. Hormones
• B. nerves
• C. Enzymes
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Hormones

Correct option is A:

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Hormones are the chemical messengers which help to control and coordinate various activities of the body.
2. They regulate the growth, development, and metabolic activities.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option B:

1. Nerves are made up of special cells called neurons.
2. They transfer the information from body parts to brain and vice versa.

Option C :

1. Enzymes are the proteins that speed up the metabolic activities or chemical reactions.

Final answer: Hormones are also known as chemical messengers.