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Question
Which hormone is secreted by adipose tissue and helps regulate body weight?
Explanation
Leptin, secreted by adipose tissue, signals the brain to reduce hunger and regulate body weight. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.
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