Which of the following is a property of the endocrine system

Signals travel through bloodstream

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Requires neurotransmitters for action

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Duration of the signals lasts for a short time

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Does not require receptors

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The correct option is A
Signals travel through bloodstream

The Hormones from the endocrine glands travel from the glands through the bloodstream and since it is present in the blood stream the signals are present for a longer time when compared to the nervous system,the hormones also require receptors on the target cells to which they can bind.

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