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Match the terms with their correct meanings.
-Capillaries that let certain substances enter the brain and keep other substances out of the brain
Illness
A state of poor health, often characterized by symptoms and impacting an individual's normal functioning.
Pituitary Gland
A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, called the "master gland" because it produces hormones that control other glands and many body functions including growth.
Synaptic Terminals
The ends of axons where neurotransmitters are released to transmit signals across synapses to other neurons or muscle cells.
Neurotransmitter
Chemical substances in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another, playing a major role in shaping everyday functions and mood.
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