An element's atomic number is determined by the number of __________ in one atom of that element.

A. protons ?B. nuclei ?C. electrons ?D. neutrons ?E. atomic mass units


A

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which structure is formed by an evagination from the floor of the diencephalon?

A. Pancreas B. Thyroid gland C. Posterior pituitary D. Anterior pituitary E. Adrenal glands

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A decrease in insulin secretion and an increase in glucagon secretion ________.

occurs during fasting occurs when eating carbohydrates helps to lower the blood glucose concentration stimulates the pancreatic islets

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