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The Endocrine and Exocrine Systems

Question 14 • Biology - SC3209 IC

This structure regulates blood calcium levels.

Answer
A
thyroid gland
B
parathyroid gland
C
adrenal gland
D
pineal gland
E
reproductive organs
F
pancreas
G
thymus

Explanation

The parathyroid glands regulate blood calcium levels by releasing parathyroid hormone, which raises calcium in the blood when it is too low. The correct choice is the parathyroid gland. The thyroid also affects calcium balance through calcitonin, but it is not the primary regulator asked for here.

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