B. match combining form to its secretion/function Flashcards

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hypophys/o

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secretes growth hormone and hormones that control the thyroid gland, ovaries, and testes

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orchid/o

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secretes testosterone

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oophor/o

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secretes estrogen and progesterone

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thyroaden/o

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secretes thyroxine (T4) which increases metabolism of body cells

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pancreat/o

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secretes insulin which allows sugar to enter cells

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adren/o

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secretes epinephrine (adrenaline) and cortisol

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parathyroid/o

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regulates calcium in the blood and bones

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