Leptin Is a Chemical That Is Released by __________ and That

question 189

Multiple Choice

Leptin is a chemical that is released by __________ and that provides a signal to the brain to __________.

• A) fat cells...decrease eating
• B) the stomach...avoid the most recently eaten food
• C) muscles...increase eating
• D) the kidneys...increase salt intake

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Definitions:

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