How do tropic hormones know which endocrine gland to impact? a) Specific receptors found on the endocrine gland b) Acidity of the blood around certain endocrine glands c) They don't; they act equally on all endocrine glands

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Q: List the 5 targets and major functions of the six classical anterior pituitary gland hormones?

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Q: Name the temporary endocrine gland.

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Q: Name the three principal female sex hormones.

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Q: What conditions affect the response of target cells in the endocrine system?

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Q: Which of the following best describe hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis?

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