Chemical substances that affect the functioning of distant body systems and sometimes act as neuromodulators are known as

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Hormones are chemical substances secreted by glands in the endocrine system that travel through the bloodstream to affect distant body systems. They are involved in many processes such as growth and development, metabolism, and reproductive functions. Some hormones also act as neuromodulators, affecting the activity of neurons in the brain. Ventricles are fluid-filled spaces in the brain and not related to hormone function. Endocrines is not a commonly used term in biology.

Chemical Substances That Affect the Functioning of Distant Body Systems