Which terms below are synonymous?
A) orexins; hypocretins
B) insulin; glucagon
C) adrenaline; noradrenaline
D) NPY; CCK
E) satiety; hunger

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Orexins and hypocretins are both used to refer to the same neuropeptides that are involved in promoting wakefulness and appetite.

Answer: C
 Adrenaline and noradrenaline are two neurotransmitters that are commonly referred to as epinephrine and norepinephrine respectively. They both have similar effects on the body, including increasing heart rate and blood pressure.

Answer: E
 Satiety and hunger are antonyms, meaning that they have opposite meanings. Satiety refers to the feeling of fullness or satisfaction that follows a meal, while hunger refers to the desire or need for food.

Which Terms Below Are Synonymous