Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation: The biochemical function of the aldosterone has to be stated.
Concept introduction: The ductless gland that has a messenger function produce a biochemical substance, called hormones. The hormone which is a derivative of cholesterol is called steroid hormones. There are two types of steroid hormones, adrenal corticoid hormone and sex hormone.
(b)
Interpretation: The biochemical function of the testosterone has to be stated.
Concept introduction: The ductless gland that has a messenger function produce a biochemical substance, called hormones. The hormone which is a derivative of cholesterol is called steroid hormones. There are two types of steroid hormones, adrenal corticoid hormone and sex hormone.
(c)
Interpretation: The biochemical function of the cortisol has to be stated.
Concept introduction: The ductless gland that has a messenger function produce a biochemical substance, called hormones. The hormone which is a derivative of cholesterol is called steroid hormones. There are two types of steroid hormones, adrenal corticoid hormone and sex hormone.
(d)
Interpretation: The biochemical function of the estradiol has to be stated.
Concept introduction: The ductless gland that has a messenger function produce a biochemical substance, called hormones. The hormone which is a derivative of cholesterol is called steroid hormones. There are two types of steroid hormones, adrenal corticoid hormone and sex hormone.
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