Which endocrine organ is controlled by both hormonal and neural communications?

A) Thyroid
B) Pancreas
C) Pituitary
D) Ovary


Answer: C

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which of the following is true of the bony matrix of the skeleton as people age?

A) The proportion of collagen fibers in the matrix increases with age. B) Its composition remains constant throughout life. C) Its mineral content diminishes as a normal part of aging. D) It gains calcium carbonate while losing calcium phosphate. E) None of the answers are correct.

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The processes of a neuron that function to receive input from other neurons are called the ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The ________ innervation of the kidneys reduces urine production, while the function of itsĀ ________ innervation is unknown.

A. parasympathetic; sympathetic B. sympathetic; parasympathetic C. enteric; somatic D. central; peripheral E. peripheral; central

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