The ________ is known as the master gland of the body.
A. tubular gland
B. thyroid gland
C. pituitary gland
D. adrenal gland
Answer: C
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c. Dominance shifts from one hemisphere to the other. d. The image is on your eyes themselves.
Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
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a. derogation of b. categorization in c. individuation of d. labeling of