The _____ Gland Is a Major Component of the Endocrine

question 111

Multiple Choice

The _____ gland is a major component of the endocrine system which secretes hormones that control growth and other parts of the endocrine system.

• A)esophageal
• B)apocrine
• C)parotid
• D)pituitary

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