Compare and contrast the nervous and hormonal mechanisms for control and coordination in animals.
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| Nervous system mechanism | Hormonal system mechanism |
|---|---|
| $1.$ Information is conveyed as electrical impulses. | $1.$ Information is conveyed as chemical messengers (hormones). |
| $2.$ Information is transmitted through neurons (axons and dendrites). | $2.$ Information is transported through the blood. |
| $3.$ The flow of information is rapid,and the response is quick. | $3.$ The flow of information is slow,and the response is gradual. |
| $4.$ The effects are short-lived. | $4.$ The effects are prolonged and sustained. |
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