Match each hormone with its corresponding function or description.
-An example of a mineralocorticoid
A)Glucocorticoid
B)Follicle-stimulating hormone
C)Calcitonin
D)Triiodothyronine
E)ADH
F)Aldosterone
G)Luteinizing hormone
H)Oxytocin
I)Epinephrine
J)Insulin
K)Growth hormone
L)Parathyroid hormone
M)Thymosin
N)Glucagon
O)Melatonin
P)ACTH

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Aldosterone is an example of a mineralocorticoid.

Answer: A
 Glucocorticoid hormones, such as cortisol, help regulate glucose metabolism and immune response.

Answer: C
 Calcitonin is a hormone that helps regulate calcium levels in the blood by promoting calcium deposition in bones.

Answer: D
 Triiodothyronine is a thyroid hormone that plays a role in regulating metabolism and growth.

Answer: E
 ADH, or antidiuretic hormone, is released by the pituitary gland and helps regulate water balance in the body.

Answer: F
 Aldosterone is a mineralocorticoid hormone that is important for regulating electrolyte balance and blood pressure.

Answer: G
 Luteinizing hormone plays a role in reproductive function, specifically in females by promoting ovulation and in males by stimulating testosterone production.

Answer: H
 Oxytocin is involved in childbirth and breast-feeding as well as social bonding and trust.

Answer: I
 Epinephrine, also known as adrenaline, is released by the adrenal glands and helps prepare the body for the "fight or flight" response in times of stress.

Answer: J
 Insulin is a hormone that helps regulate glucose levels in the blood, promoting glucose uptake and storage in cells.

Answer: K
 Growth hormone is important for growth and development, as well as regulating metabolism and body composition.

Answer: L
 Parathyroid hormone helps regulate calcium and phosphate levels in the blood, promoting calcium resorption from bone tissue.

Answer: M
 Thymosin is involved in the development and maturation of immune cells known as T cells.

Answer: N
 Glucagon is a hormone that helps increase glucose levels in the blood by promoting the breakdown of stored glycogen in the liver.

Answer: O
 Melatonin is a hormone that helps regulate sleep-wake cycles and is involved in seasonal and circadian rhythms.

Answer: P
 ACTH, or adrenocorticotropic hormone, stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol, a stress hormone involved in regulating metabolism and immune response.

Match Each Hormone with Its Corresponding Function or Description