Question

Which body system releases hormones that act on target cells to regulate development, growth, energy metabolism, reproduction, and many behaviors?

Answer 1

endocrine system

37.5 | Endocrine Glands By the end of this section, you will be able to:  Describe the role of different glands in the endocrine system  Explain how the different glands work together to maintain homeostasis Both the endocrine and nervous systems use chemical signals to communicate and regulate the body's physiology. The endocrine system releases hormones that act on target cells to regulate development, growth, energy metabolism, reproduction, and many behaviors. The nervous system releases neurotransmitters or neurohormones that regulate neurons, muscle cells, and endocrine cells. Because the neurons can regulate the release of hormones, the nervous and endocrine systems work in a coordinated manner to regulate the body's physiology.