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What is the function of animal hormones?
What is the function of animal hormones?
Animal hormones regulate various physiological functions such as metabolism, growth, development, and reproduction.
How do animal hormones communicate with target cells?
How do animal hormones communicate with target cells?
Animal hormones travel through the bloodstream and bind to specific receptors on target cells, triggering a response within the cell.
Give an example of an animal hormone and its function.
Give an example of an animal hormone and its function.
One example is insulin, which regulates blood sugar levels by promoting the uptake of glucose into cells.
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Function of Animal Hormones
- Regulate various physiological processes in the body, such as growth and development, metabolism, and reproductive functions
Communication with Target Cells
- Hormones communicate with target cells through a lock-and-key mechanism, where the hormone binds to a specific receptor on the surface of the target cell
- This binding causes a signal transduction pathway that triggers a response in the target cell
Example of an Animal Hormone
- Insulin: a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels by facilitating glucose uptake in cells
- Insulin's function is to lower blood sugar levels by promoting glucose storage and preventing glucose production in the liver
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Discover the fascinating world of animal hormones with this quiz! Explore the functions of animal hormones, their communication with target cells, and learn about specific examples of animal hormones and their functions in regulating various physiological processes. Test your knowledge and expand your understanding of the role of hormones in the animal kingdom.
