Sonya has had classes all morning.Because she hasn't eaten since breakfast,she is now extremely hungry.Sonya's hunger is being triggered by the hormone ________,which is secreted by the ________.
A) orexin;hypothalamus
B) leptin;hypothalamus
C) PYY;stomach
D) orexin;stomach

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Orexin, a hormone produced by the hypothalamus, plays a significant role in triggering hunger. When the body needs energy or hasn't received food for a while, the hypothalamus secretes orexin to stimulate the feeling of hunger, prompting an individual to eat.

Sonya Has Had Classes All Morning