Hormones Can Be Assigned to What Three General Classes Based

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Essay

Hormones can be assigned to what three general classes based on the molecules they are derived from.

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Definitions:

Blood Cells

The cells that circulate in the blood, including red blood cells (erythrocytes), white blood cells (leukocytes), and platelets.

Scapula

The flat, triangular bone in the back of the shoulder, also known as the shoulder blade, which connects the humerus (upper arm bone) with the clavicle (collar bone).

Radius

One of the two long bones in the forearm, extending from the elbow to the wrist, it plays a crucial role in the movement and stabilization of the forearm and hand.

Ulna

One of the two long bones in the forearm, extending from the elbow to the smallest finger, and plays a role in movement and stability.