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Which gland not only produces thymosin, but also stimulates T-cells to produce the hormones needed to regulate immune system function? This gland is composed of two lobes that are identical. This gland usually shrinks after puberty when it is replaced by fat, but still continues to produce T-cells.

  1. Thymus
  2. Thyroid
  3. Parathyroid
  4. Adrenal
Explanation

Answer: A - The thymus is the gland that produces thymosin and stimulates T-cells to produce hormones to control immune system function. The thyroid controls the rate that the body uses energy and the parathyroid glands maintain the body's calcium levels to allow for the proper functioning of the nervous and muscular systems. Among other things, the adrenal gland secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine into the bloodstream.

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