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student77

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on: Jul 18, 2018
The master gland that acts in response to stimuli from the hypothalamus is the:
 A) thyroid
  B) pituitary
  C) pineal
  D) parathyroid

Question 2

The lion fish feeds on live fish of chopped meats and has a voracious appetite.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


duke02

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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

True


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