What hormone is important in adaptive thermogenesis?

A. Insulin
B. MSH
C. Calcitonin
D. Thyroxine


Answer: D

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________ is secreted by beta cells of pancreas, its secretion is stimulated by ________ in blood glucose level.  

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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slow calcium channels fast sodium channels leak potassium channels fast potassium channels all the choices are correct

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