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pane00

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Which of the following hormones is secreted by the posterior pituitary?
 
  A) oxytocin
  B) follicle-stimulating hormone
  C) antidiuretic hormone
  D) both A and C

Question 2

Which combining form means chest?
 
  A) angi/o
  B) steth/o
  C) phleb/o
  D) sphygm/o


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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: Antidiuretic hormone and oxytocin are secreted by the posterior pituitary. Follicle-stimulating hormone is secreted by the anterior pituitary.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: Steth/o means chest. Angi/o means vessel. Phleb/o means vein. Sphygm/o means pulse.



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