Which of the following statements about hormones in vertebrates is true? The hormones oxytocin and vasopressin A) are anterior pituitary hormones. B) regulate metabolism of lipids. C) regulate K⁺ and Na⁺ levels in the kidney. D) are fat-soluble steroid hormones. E) are both nona-peptides.

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Oxytocin and vasopressin are both nonapeptides, meaning they are peptides composed of nine amino acids. This distinguishes them from steroid hormones and other types of hormones that might have different structures or functions.

Which of the Following Statements About Hormones in Vertebrates Is