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Which organ system is best described as follows; It includes the hypothalamus, thyroid, adrenal and pituitary glands and it functions to regulate body growth, development and metabolism.

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

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Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

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Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

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Which organ system is best described as follows; It includes the hypothalamus, thyroid, adrenal and pituitary glands and it functions to regulate body
growth, development and metabolism.
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Urinary system
Endocrine system
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