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sc00by25

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The largest artery in the body is the pulmonary artery.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Which of the following endocrine glands contains structures known as the islets of Langerhans?
 
  A) thymus gland
  B) hypothalamus
  C) pituitary gland
  D) pancreas


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ryrychapman11

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: The largest artery in the body is the aorta.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) The thymus gland does not contain islets of Langerhans.
B) The hypothalamus does not contain islets of Langerhans.
C) The pituitary gland does not contain islets of Langerhans.
D) Correct


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Gracias!

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