The ________ gland is often referred to as the master gland of the endocrine system.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Ans: pituitary

Anatomy & Physiology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The organ of the inner ear of mammals that contains the hair cells is called the __________

Fill in the blank with the correct word.

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Which of the following is not true of meiosis I?

A) reductional division occurs B) 4 haploid gametes are formed C) number of chromosomes is reduced from 46 to 23 in daughter cells D) diploid daughter cells form E) daughter cells contain sister chromatids

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The most common type of nephrons, which have a relatively short nephron loop that does NOT extend deep into the medulla, are called __________ nephrons.

a) cortical b) papillary c) juxtaglomerular d) juxtamedullary

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