Creating Supplies of Excess Resources in Case of Unpredictable Needs

question 16

Multiple Choice

Creating supplies of excess resources in case of unpredictable needs is called

• A) hoarding
• B) smoothing
• C) yielding
• D) flocking
• E) buffering

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Definitions:

Glucocorticoids

A class of corticosteroids that play a role in glucose metabolism, immune response suppression, and stress response.

Androgens

A group of hormones that play a role in male traits and reproductive activity; present in both males and females.

Adrenal Gland

An endocrine gland that produces various hormones including adrenaline and steroids aldosterone and cortisol.

Calcitonin

A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that lowers blood calcium levels by promoting calcium deposit in the bones.