Biology
Distinguish between the following pairs:
Enzymes and hormones (mode of transport and target organ)
Answer
Difference between enzymes and hormones (mode of transport and target organ):
| Enzymes | Hormones |
|---|---|
| Enzymes function intracellularly or within the confines of specific organs. They are not released into the bloodstream. | Hormones are released into the bloodstream by endocrine glands. |
| Enzymes do not have target organs. Instead, they act on their substrates at the cellular level and are highly specific for the reactions they catalyze. | Hormones have specific target organs or tissues usually away from their source. |
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