An Example of Antagonistic Hormones Controlling Homeostasis Is

question 29

Multiple Choice

An example of antagonistic hormones controlling homeostasis is

• A) thyroxine and parathyroid hormone in calcium balance.
• B) insulin and glucagon in glucose metabolism.
• C) progestins and estrogens in sexual differentiation.
• D) epinephrine and norepinephrine in fight-or-flight responses.
• E) oxytocin and prolactin in milk production.

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