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________ is another name for hypocretin.
 
  Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

Question 2

The ob mouse is obese because it lacks the gene that normally produces ________.
 
  Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: Orexin

Answer to Question 2

Answer: leptin



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