The Endocrine System

question 75

Multiple Choice

The endocrine system

• A)directs the most complex mental functions, such as thinking and planning.
• B)connects the brain and the spinal cord to the rest of the body.
• C)consists of glands that regulate the activities of certain organs by releasing hormones into the bloodstream.
• D)communicates through the release of neurotransmitters.

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