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penguins

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The term superior means toward the head end or upper part of the body.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Which endocrine gland secretes hormones that adjust the body's metabolic rate?
 
  A) parathyroid glands
  B) thyroid gland
  C) testes
  D) pancreas
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: Correct. The thyroid gland's hormones play a role in maintaining metabolism.


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