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natalie2426

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on: Jun 26, 2018
The endocrine gland that plays a vital role in carbohydrate metabolism is the:
 
  A) ovaries
  B) thymus.
  C) pancreas.
  D) testes.

Question 2

Difficulty swallowing is known as dysphagia.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) The ovaries secrete female sex hormones.
B) The thymus is important in the immune response.
C) Correct. The pancreas secretes insulin.
D) The testes secrete male sex hormones.

Answer to Question 2

TRUE


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Reply #2 on: Jun 26, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 26, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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