DES Is Called an "Endocrine Disrupting Chemical" Because It Structurally

question 69

Multiple Choice

DES is called an "endocrine disrupting chemical" because it structurally resembles, and interferes with, the endocrine secretions of the

• A) pancreatic islet cells.
• B) thyroid gland.
• C) adrenal medulla.
• D) ovaries.
• E) hypothalamus.

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