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Epinephrine - For the hormone Epinephrine (in humans) what is; 1. the origin (gland that secretes the hormone) 2. action of the hormone 3. source of control (how is the hormone regulated)

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter42: The Endocrine System

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Epinephrine - For the hormone Epinephrine (in humans) what is;

1. the origin (gland that secretes the hormone)

2. action of the hormone

3. source of control (how is the hormone regulated)

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