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Question
Mention any two differences between a hormone and an enzyme.
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Solution
Hormones unlike enzymes are secreted by the endocrine glands only. Also the hormones unlike the enzymes are poured directly into the blood. Hormones can be peptides, steroids, amine but all enzymes are proteins.
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| Column I | Column II | ||
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