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7thGrH.BioCh.7Sec1&3
7th Grade Human Biology Chapter 7 Sec. 1 & 3
Question | Answer |
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endocrine glands | produce and release their chemical products directly into the bloodstream |
hormone | the chemical product of an endocrine gland |
target cells | cells that recognize the hormone's chemical structure |
hypothalamus | a tiny part of the brain near the middle of the head that links the nervous system and endocrine system together |
pituitary gland | communicates with the hypothalamus to control many body activities |
embryo | a developing human from the two cell stage through the eighth week of development |
fetus | the developing human from the ninth week of development until birth |
amniotic sac | a fluid filled sac that surrounds the embryo |
placenta | the link between the embryo and the mother |
umbilical cord | a ropelike structure that forms between the fetus and placenta |
adolescence | stage of development during which children become adults physically and mentally |
puberty | the period of sexual development in which the body becomes able to reproduce |