Mention one function for each of these hormones.

Question:

Mention one function for each of these hormones.

(a) Thyroxine

(b) Insulin

(c) Adrenaline

(d) Growth hormone

(e) Testosterone. (CCE 2010, 2013, 2015)

Solution:

(a) Thyroxine: Regulates metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, release of energy and body activity.

(b) Insulin: Regulates blood glucose by its absorption in liver, muscles (for formation of glycogen) and individual cells (for metabolic activity).

(c) Adrenaline: For meeting an emergency by increasing heart rate and supply of blood to various concerned organs.

(d) Growth Hormone (GH) or Somatotrophic Hormone: Regulates growth and development of the body through anabolic activity for growth of

bones, muscles and visceral organs.

(e) Testosterone (Male Sex Hormone): Controls changes in body associated with puberty in males (beard, moustache, low pitch voice,

increased growth of bones and muscles).

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