Which of the Following Is Descriptive of Monosaccharides

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is descriptive of monosaccharides?

• A)They are fatty acids.
• B)They are stored as glycogen.
• C)They are joined together by peptide bonds.
• D)The most important is trypsin.

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Definitions:

Leptin

A hormone produced by fat cells that helps to regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger.

Lateral Hypothalamus

A region of the brain involved in hunger and thirst regulation, influencing appetite and food intake.

Ventromedial Hypothalamus

A region of the brain involved in regulating hunger, fullness, and the body's energy homeostasis.

Overeating

Consuming more food than the body needs, often leading to weight gain and potential health problems.