Question

Why does an animal body need both neural and endocrine systems? (Be specific)

Answer 1

1. The nervous and endocrine system work together to maintain homeostatis.The nervous system responds rapidly to short-term changes by sending electrical impulse . The endocrine system brings about longer-term aaptations by sending out chemical messengers(hormones) in to the bloodstream.

2. The neurons and endocrine system form neuroendocrine system, it maintains the hypothalamus homeostatis, regulating reproduction , metabolism, eating and drinking behaviour , energy utilization, osmolarity and blood pressure.

3. Hormones, realesed by the endocrine system provide feedback to the brain to affect neural processing . Reproductive hormones affect the development of the nervous system. The hypothalamus controls the pituitary gland and other endocrine glands.