Tag: biology

Enzymes are biocatalyst that affects the rate of biochemical reactions they generally have the same pH and temperature Optima at which they work efficiently. 

A lysosome is a membrane-bound organelle found in nearly all animal cells. They are spherical vesicles which contain hydrolytic enzymes that can break down many kinds of biomolecules. So, the correct answer is option C.

All of the above are gastrointestinal hormones,

The pineal gland, also known as the pineal body, conarium or epiphysis cerebri, is a small endocrine gland in the vertebrate brain.

The thyroid gland is a bilobed organ of the endocrine system located in the front of the neck. It secretes hormones that are involved in human development, growth, and metabolism.

The adrenal glands (also known as supra-renal glands) are endocrine glands that produce a variety of hormones including adrenaline and the steroids aldosterone and cortisol. They are found above the kidneys.

When the body has extra glucose, it stores it in the liver and muscles. This stored form of glucose is called glycogen.

Homeostasis relates to dynamic physiological processes that help us maintain an internal environment suitable for normal function. Feedback mechanism also helps in maintaining this balance of the hormones in the body.

Myxedema refers to a severe form of hypothyroidism than can occur when the condition is left untreated or is not treated sufficiently. The term also applies to the effects that hypothyroidism can have on the skin, making it appear swollen and puffy.

Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone and an anabolic steroid. In male humans, during puberty, the growth of mustache and beard is seen as a sign of growth.