Why should the hypothalamus instead of the anterior pituitary be called the "master endocrine gland?"

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Although the anterior pituitary produces hormones that regulate other endocrine glands, the hypothalamus controls anterior pituitary activity through releasing and inhibiting hormones.

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The front part of the nostrils and nasal cavity are called the ________________________________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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All veins transport blood toward the heart.

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

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Damaged hepatocytes will impair:

A) protein digestion. B) carbohydrate digestion. C) the defecation reflex. D) bile production.

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Which of the following is NOT a bone of the cranium?

A. Ethmoid B. Maxilla C. Parietal D. Sphenoid

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