Which of the Following Is NOT a Function of Growth

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of growth hormone

• A)to increase the uptake of amino acids by cells
• B)to stimulate the synthesis of somatomedins
• C)to enhance glucose uptake by muscle cells
• D)to stimulate cell division

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Definitions:

Behavioral Flexibility

The ability of an organism to adapt its behavior to changes in the environment or to novel situations, often seen as a sign of intelligence or adaptation.

Fitness

A measure of an organism's ability to survive and reproduce, influencing the genetic contribution to the next generation.

Optimality Theory

A theoretical framework in evolutionary biology and behavioral ecology that predicts how organisms should behave to maximize their fitness or success in an environment.

Seed-eating Bird

Birds that primarily feed on seeds; this feeding behavior influences their habitat preferences, migration patterns, and physical adaptations like beak shape.