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Clay Minerals Are Very Common in the Earth's Upper Mantle

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Clay minerals are very common in the Earth's upper mantle.


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Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood glucose levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells.

Reabsorbed

The process by which substances are taken back into the bloodstream from bodily fluids or tissues, typically referring to the action of the kidneys.

Adh

Anti-diuretic hormone, also known as vasopressin, which regulates water balance in the body by controlling the amount of water absorbed by the kidneys.

Glucagon

A substance secreted by the pancreas that increases glucose levels in the blood by encouraging the liver to convert glycogen into glucose.

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