Asked by ben hen

True or False:

The endocrine system only regulates short-term changes in the body.

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true

false

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
False.

The endocrine system primarily controls longer-term processes (growth, development, metabolism, reproduction, and long-term homeostasis) through hormones released into the bloodstream. Short-term rapid responses are mainly handled by the nervous system.