Blood Sugar Regulation
A Grade 7 Science worksheet exploring blood sugar regulation, the roles of insulin and glucagon, and related concepts.
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Blood Sugar Regulation Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
1. What is the primary source of glucose in the human body?
Fats
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Vitamins
2. The organ responsible for producing insulin and glucagon is the .
3. When blood sugar levels are too high, the body releases to lower them.
4. When blood sugar levels are too low, the body releases to raise them.
5. Briefly explain the concept of homeostasis in relation to blood sugar regulation.
6. Look at the image below. What is this organ called, and what is its main function regarding blood sugar?
7. Insulin helps glucose enter body cells for energy or storage.
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False
Match the term on the left with its definition on the right.
8. Glucose
a. Hormone that lowers blood sugar
9. Insulin
b. Simple sugar, main energy source
10. Glucagon
c. Hormone that raises blood sugar