What Are the Three Most Important Discoveries at Atapuerca

question 50

Short Answer

What are the three most important discoveries at Atapuerca?

---

Definitions:

Areolar Glands

Glands located in the areola of the breast, which secrete a lubricating fluid to protect the nipple during breastfeeding.

Corpus Luteum

A temporary endocrine structure in female ovaries that produces progesterone to support pregnancy in the early stages.

Ruptured Follicle

A follicle that has released its egg during ovulation, sometimes referring to the process that leads to the formation of the corpus luteum.

Endocrine Structure

Refers to any organ or gland in the body that secretes hormones directly into the blood rather than through a duct.