ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
ENDOCRINE
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Question
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Which hormone is incorrectly paired with its action?
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oxytocin-stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth
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thyroxine-stimulates metabolic processes
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insulin-stimulates glycogen breakdown in the liver
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ACTH-stimulates the release of glucocorticoids by the adrenal cortex
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Both steroid and peptide hormones are signaling molecules that regulate the physiology and the behavior of organs. Also, both hormones are produced in the endocrine glands and released into the bloodstream in order to be transported to the target organ. Typically, both exert a prolonged action.
Detailed explanation-2: -Oxytocin is a natural hormone that stimulates uterine contractions in childbirth and lactation after childbirth. It also affects aspects of human behavior and the male and female reproductive systems.
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