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8.1. The endocrine system

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8.1.1. Label the location of the major endocrine organs in the human body.

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What is the endocrine organ labelled X in the diagram?

A. Pineal gland

B. Hypothalamus

C. Pancreas

D. Thyroid gland
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X:

Y:

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8.1.2. Describe the role of circulating (blood) and local hormones.

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8.1.3. Explain how circulating hormone levels are regulated.

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8.1.4. Explain the relationship between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.