Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

16. The Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

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Multiple Choice

Which endocrine gland is located in the neck and is shaped like a bowtie or butterfly?

Pineal gland

Pituitary gland

Thyroid gland

Adrenal gland

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Identify the location of each gland mentioned in the options: Pineal gland, Pituitary gland, Thyroid gland, and Adrenal gland.

Understand that the pineal gland is located in the brain, specifically near the center of the brain, between the two hemispheres.

Recognize that the pituitary gland is also located in the brain, at the base of the brain, and is often referred to as the 'master gland'.

Note that the adrenal glands are located on top of each kidney, not in the neck.

The thyroid gland is located in the neck and is shaped like a bowtie or butterfly, making it the correct answer.

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