Which of the following hormones is a derivative of amino acid?
- Prostaglandin
- Progesterone
- Epinephrine
- Estrogen
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
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Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion (A) : 02 is liberated in the non-cyclic photophosphorylation.
Reason (R) : Liberation of oxygen is due to photolysis of water.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below
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- cloning
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion (A) : The Cro-Magnon man was the direct ancestor of the living modern man.
Reason (R) : Cro-Magnon man had slightly prognathous face.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below
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- evolution
- Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion: Orbit of a satellite is within the gravitational field of earth whereas escaping is beyond the gravitational field of earth.
Reason: Orbital velocity of a satellite is greater than its escape velocity.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below- AIIMS - 2019
- Gravitation
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion (A) : In eukaryotes, transcription occurs in nucleus.
Reason (R) : In bacteria, transcription and translation occurs in cytoplasm.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below
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- Transcription
Concepts Used:
Chemical Coordination and Integration - Hormones
Hormones are chemical messengers that are released directly into the bloodstream, where they are carried to organs and tissues throughout the body to perform their tasks. Hormones are released by the body's endocrine glands.
Functions of Hormones
Following are some important functions of hormones:
- Food metabolism.
- Growth and development.
- Controlling thirst and hunger.
- Maintaining body temperature.
- Regulating mood and cognitive functions.
- Initiating and maintaining sexual development and reproduction.
Types of Hormones
To regulate various functions, different types of hormones are produced in the body. They are classified as follows:
- Peptide Hormones: Peptide hormones are composed of amino acids and are soluble in water.
- Steroid Hormones: Unlike peptide hormones, steroid hormones are fat-soluble and are able to pass through a cell membrane.
List of Important Hormones
- Cortisol
- Estrogen
- Melatonin
- Progesterone
- Testosterone