Complete Each of the Following Statments

question 30

Short Answer

Complete each of the following statments.
____________________ refers to the series of events linking muscle excitation to muscle contraction.

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Definitions:

Alpha Cell

A type of cell in the pancreas that produces glucagon, which helps to increase glucose levels in the bloodstream.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that increases blood glucose levels, acting as a counter-regulatory hormone to insulin.

Gonadotropin-releasing Hormone

Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) is a hormone released from the hypothalamus that stimulates the pituitary gland to release gonadotropins and regulate reproductive functions.

Somatostatin

A hormone that inhibits the secretion of several other hormones, including growth hormone and insulin.