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Question
In humans, the life processes are controlled and regulated by
Options
reproductive and endocrine systems
respiratory and nervous systems
endocrine and digestive systems
nervous and endocrine systems
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Solution
nervous and endocrine systems
Explanation -
In human beings, the control and coordination of all the life processes are brought about by both nervous system and endocrine system. Nervous system works by generation and transmission of electrical impulse while the endocrine system works by secreting chemical messengers called hormones.
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