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What type of hormone is glucagon?(a) Iodothyronines(b) Steroids(c) Peptide(d) Amino acid derivativesThe question was posed to me during an online exam.The origin of the question is Chemical Control and Coordination in portion Chemical Control and Coordination of Biology – Class 11

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The correct option is (c) Peptide

Explanation: Glucagon is a peptide HORMONE. It is synthesized and secreted by the ALPHA cells of the pancreas. The FUNCTION of glucagon is to break glycogen into glucose. This RAISES the blood sugar LEVEL.



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