Q1. Which hormone is secreted by the pancreas to raise blood sugar levels? (2019)
Solution:
Glucagon is secreted by the pancreas and raises blood sugar levels by promoting the conversion of glycogen to glucose in the liver.
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Q2. Which hormone is secreted by the adrenal medulla? (2019)
Solution:
Epinephrine, also known as adrenaline, is secreted by the adrenal medulla and is involved in the body's fight-or-flight response.
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Q3. What is the function of the hormone oxytocin? (2019)
Solution:
Oxytocin is involved in childbirth by stimulating uterine contractions and is also associated with social bonding.
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Q4. What is the role of oxytocin in the human body? (2020)
Solution:
Oxytocin is a hormone that stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth and is also involved in social bonding.
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Q5. Which hormone is involved in the regulation of water balance in the body? (2022)
Solution:
Aldosterone is a hormone that helps regulate water balance by promoting sodium retention in the kidneys, which in turn affects water retention.
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Q6. What is the primary function of glucagon? (2023)
Solution:
Glucagon is a hormone that raises blood glucose levels by promoting the conversion of glycogen to glucose in the liver.
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Q7. What is the function of parathyroid hormone (PTH)? (2022)
Solution:
Parathyroid hormone (PTH) increases calcium levels in the blood by stimulating the release of calcium from bones and increasing calcium absorption in the intestines.
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Q8. What is the primary function of the hormone oxytocin? (2023)
Solution:
Oxytocin is primarily responsible for stimulating uterine contractions during childbirth.
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Q9. Which hormone is involved in the regulation of the menstrual cycle? (2021)
Solution:
Progesterone is a hormone that plays a key role in regulating the menstrual cycle and maintaining pregnancy.
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Q10. What is the primary function of the hormone aldosterone? (2022)
Solution:
Aldosterone helps regulate blood pressure by controlling sodium and water balance in the kidneys.
