CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND
ENDOCRINE
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Question
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Which of the following best describes an Endocrine Disruptor?
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A chemical that disrupts the growth and development of organisms
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A chemical that disrupts the digestion of organisms
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A chemical that disrupts the blow flow of an organism
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A chemical that disrupts the bone structure of an organism
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Which of the following best describes the action of an endocrine disruptor? An endocrine disruptor blocks the receptor protein binding site of a hormone so that the cell cannot receive a signal.
Detailed explanation-2: -Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are chemicals that mimic, block, or interfere with hormones in the body’s endocrine system. EDCs have been associated with a diverse array of health issues.
Detailed explanation-3: -When absorbed in the body, an endocrine disruptor can decrease or increase normal hormone levels (left), mimic the body’s natural hormones (middle), or alter the natural production of hormones (right).
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