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Give the characteristics of hormones pertaining to chemical nature.

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Give the characteristics of hormones pertaining to chemical nature.

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Characteristic: Chemically, hormones may be proteins, amines, or steroids.

Explanation: Hormones exhibit a wide range of chemical configurations. Examples encompass peptide or protein hormones such as insulin, amine hormones like epinephrine, and steroid hormones including estrogen and testosterone, each characterised by unique chemical compositions.

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Chapter 12: The Endocrine System - Progress Check [Page 157]

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Selina Concise Biology [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 12 The Endocrine System
Progress Check | Q 2. (ii) | Page 157
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