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Long term control such as rate of growth and sexual maturity is controlled by :

Correct answer: B. Hormones

  • A. Neurons
  • B. Hormones
  • C. Glands
  • D. Hypothalamus

Explanation

Chemical messengers produced by glands in the endocrine system that travel through the bloodstream to target organs and tissues, where they regulate various physiological processes such as growth, metabolism, and reproduction. This rate of growth and sexual maturity is controlled by hormones. So, option B is selected.

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