Define the following terms: i) Hormone. ii) Endocrine gland. iii) Target organ.

1. (a) Define the following terms: i) Assimilation: The process by which absorbed digested food substances are incorporated into the body's cells and used for growth, repair, and energy production. ii) Peristalsis: The rhythmic, wave-like contractions and relaxations of the smooth muscles in the walls of the alimentary canal that push food along the digestive tract.

Define the following terms: i) Hormone. ii) Endocrine gland. iii) Target organ.

1. (a) Define the following terms: i) Assimilation: The process by which absorbed digested food substances are incorporated into the body's cells and used for growth, repair, and energy production. ii) Peristalsis: The rhythmic, wave-like contractions and relaxations of the smooth muscles in the walls of the alimentary canal that push food along the digestive tract.

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1. (a) Define the following terms:

i) Assimilation: The process by which absorbed digested food substances are incorporated into the body's cells and used for growth, repair, and energy production.
ii) Peristalsis: The rhythmic, wave-like contractions and relaxations of the smooth muscles in the walls of the alimentary canal that push food along the digestive tract.

Define the following terms: i) Hormone. ii) Endocrine gland. iii) Target organ.

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