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A protein that acts as a hormone is
A) Estrogen
B) Insulin
C) Both A & B
D) None of the above

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Answered by samruddhi9875
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(c) both A and B...
Answered by kingofself
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Insulin is the protein which acts as a hormone.

Answer - Insulin (Option B)

Explanation:

  • Insulin is a "peptide hormone" with a protein chain.
  • Insulin acts as a hormone and is secreted by the "Islets of Langerhans" in the pancreas.
  • Insulin is the main hormone that controls glucose metabolism in the blood.
  • It is responsible for maintaining blood glucose levels and deficiency of insulin leads to diseases like diabetes, heart disorders etc.
  • The insulin polypeptide consists of polypeptide protein chain that is composed of two polypeptide chains – 'Chain A and B', with 21 and 30 amino acids respectively.
  • Estrogen is a lipid hormone.
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