The Endocrine System Is Made Up of

question 6

Multiple Choice

The endocrine system is made up of

• A)special centers which control our language functions.
• B)neurons which transmit electrically charged messages.
• C)glands which release hormones into the bloodstream.
• D)none of the above

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Definitions:

Right Atrium

The right upper chamber of the heart that receives deoxygenated blood from the body and pumps it to the right ventricle.

Largest Artery

The largest artery in the human body is the aorta, which carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body.

Aorta

The largest artery in the body, originating from the left ventricle of the heart and extending down to the abdomen, distributing oxygenated blood to all parts of the body.

Right Ventricle

The lower right chamber of the heart that receives deoxygenated blood from the right atrium and pumps it to the lungs for oxygenation.