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Author: Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald, Byers, Bruce E.
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Chapter 38, Problem 3RQ
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To describe:

The major endocrine gland in the human body and their location.

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The endocrine glands are the organs of the endocrine system which are able to produce, store, and secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. In vertebrates, there are several endocrine glands present.

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