ANATOMY+PHYSIOLOGY-PACKAGE
ANATOMY+PHYSIOLOGY-PACKAGE
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Author: Marieb
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Chapter 15.11, Problem 18CYU
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The main function of the hormone produced by the skin.

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Primarily, the endocrine system generates hormones in the body. However, there are other organs that produce hormones, such as kidneys, thymus, skin, skeleton, heart, adipose tissue, and gastrointestinal tract.

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