Asked by Angelique Gonzalez on Jul 01, 2024
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Orexin is an appetite hormone secreted by the
A) hypothalamus.
B) pancreas.
C) stomach.
D) liver.
Appetite Hormone
Regulatory substances in the body like ghrelin, which influences hunger and feeding behaviors.
Orexin
A neurotransmitter involved in regulating wakefulness and appetite.
Hypothalamus
A region of the brain responsible for the production of many of the body's essential hormones, influencing bodily functions such as temperature regulation, thirst, hunger, sleep, and mood.
- Pinpoint the central hormones that are pivotal in the regulation of hunger and appetite.
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Zybrea KnightJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Orexin is primarily secreted by neurons in the hypothalamus.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint the central hormones that are pivotal in the regulation of hunger and appetite.