Which of the following statements about the endocrine system is false?
a. The word hormone means "to set in motion.".
b. A hormone is secreted directly into the blood system.
c. The endocrine system is under the control of the pituitary gland.
d. The endocrine system works in conjunction with the nervous system during the stress response.
C
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