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Hormones are also known as

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Impetus
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Basics
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Acids
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is A Impetus
  • A hormone is derived from Greek"impetus" which is a chemical released by a cell or a gland in one part of the body that sends out messages that affect cells in other parts of the organism.
  • Hormones in animals are often transported in the blood.
  • Cells respond to a hormone when they express a specific receptor for that hormone. Hence, Hormones are also known as Impetus.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Impetus'.

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