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Chapter 49, Problem 8TYU
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Introduction: The endocrine system is the chemical signaling system that uses blood vessels as information channels. The endocrine glands are ductless organs located within the organ systems. They contain groups of endocrine cells that secrete their hormones directly into their surroundings.
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Ch. 49.1 - Prob. 1LOCh. 49.1 - Prob. 2LOCh. 49.1 - Identify four main chemical groups to which...Ch. 49.1 - Prob. 1CCh. 49.1 - Prob. 2CCh. 49.1 - Prob. 3CCh. 49.1 - Prob. 4CCh. 49.2 - Compare four types of endocrine signaling.Ch. 49.2 - Prob. 1CCh. 49.2 - Prob. 2C
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