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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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Leptin and insulin have similar functions; both are hormones that:

A) inhibit NPY release and activate POMC neurons in the arcuate nucleus.

B) are secreted by fat cells in the body.

C) increase hunger, eating behavior, and calorie intake in humans.

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Step 1: What is hormone?

The chemical messenger molecules that present in our body is known as hormone. They form in one part of our body and then travel to other parts of our body to control cells and organs and do their work.

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