In contrast to the nervous system, the endocrine system accomplishes homeostasis by:
A) producing an immediate effect in target cells.
B) sending action potentials that excite or inhibit target cells.
C) releasing hormones into the blood that regulate the functions of other cells.
D) controlling the activities of the autonomic nervous system (ANS).

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The endocrine system maintains homeostasis by releasing hormones into the bloodstream, which then travel to target cells and regulate their functions over a longer period, unlike the immediate effects of the nervous system.

In Contrast to the Nervous System, the Endocrine System Accomplishes