DHEA Is a _____ Secreted by the Adrenal Glands During

question 15

Multiple Choice

DHEA is a _____ secreted by the adrenal glands during the onset of puberty.

• A) enzyme
• B) hormone
• C) vitamin
• D) mineral
• E) neurotransmitter

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Definitions:

Vitamin E

A group of eight fat-soluble compounds with antioxidant properties, important for maintaining cell health.

Phosphorus

A chemical element vital for life, playing key roles in energy transfer, DNA and RNA structure, and bone formation.

Zinc

A chemical element with the symbol Zn and atomic number 30, essential for human health, involved in enzyme function, protein synthesis, and immune system health.

Energy Homeostasis

The dynamic process by which the body regulates its internal environment to maintain energy balance, involving the intake, storage, and expenditure of calories.