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Q1. [1]
Answer the following: Define hormone.
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2025 31/2/1 Q29 (a)
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Model Answer

A hormone is a chemical substance produced in one part of an organism that moves to another part to bring about a specific effect, regulated by a feedback mechanism.

Source: What you have learnt, Chapter 6

Explanation

The examiner expects a concise definition covering two key points: (1) hormones are chemicals produced in one part and (2) they act on another part. Mentioning the feedback mechanism adds completeness. Avoid long explanations for a 1-mark question.

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