Match the chemical messenger to the characteristics. Answers may be used only once.
-secreted in response to nutrients in duodenum, suppress food intake

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CCK is secreted in response to nutrients in the duodenum and suppresses food intake.

Answer: B 
 PYY3-36 is secreted in the small intestine in response to food intake and suppresses appetite.

Answer: D 
 Leptin is a hormone secreted by adipose tissue and regulates energy balance by inhibiting hunger and promoting satiety.

Answer: G 
 Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas in response to elevated glucose levels and regulates blood glucose levels by promoting glucose uptake by tissues.

Answer: E 
 Neuropeptide Y is a peptide neurotransmitter that stimulates appetite and is involved in energy balance.

Answer: F 
 Melanocortins are a group of peptides that regulate various physiological processes, including appetite and energy metabolism.

Answer: A 
 Ghrelin is a peptide hormone primarily secreted by the stomach that stimulates appetite and promotes food intake.

Answer: H 
 Thyroid hormone regulates metabolism and energy expenditure, but does not directly affect appetite or food intake.

Match the Chemical Messenger to the Characteristics