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Mention one function for each of these hormones:
a] Thyroxin
b] Insulin
c] Adrenaline
d] Growth hormone
e] Testosterone

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a] Thyroxin regulates carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism.
b] Insulin - regulates blood sugar
c] Adrenaline – increases heart rate and supply of blood to various organs. It helps in a fight or a flight situation.
d] Growth hormone - regulates growth and development
e] Testosterone - controls the changes of body features associated with puberty in male and production of sperms.
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