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Which hormone release causes the body to store excess glucose as fat? Select one:

a. Insulin
b. Glucagon
c. Thyroid hormone
d. Cortisol?

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The answer is Insulin.

Insulin allows cells in the muscles, liver and fat (adipose tissue) to take up this glucose and use it as a source of energy so they can function properly. Without insulin, cells are unable to use glucose as fuel and they will start malfunctioning.
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