Glucose Regulation Worksheet
Explore the fascinating process of glucose regulation in the human body, including the roles of insulin and glucagon, for Grade 7 Science.
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1. What is the primary sugar that provides energy to your body's cells?
Fructose
Lactose
Glucose
Sucrose
2. Which organ is responsible for producing insulin and glucagon?
Liver
Kidney
Pancreas
Stomach
3. When blood glucose levels are too high, the pancreas releases .
4. When blood glucose levels are too low, the pancreas releases .
5. Insulin helps cells glucose from the blood.
6. Glucagon signals the liver to release stored into the blood.
7. Eating a meal typically causes blood glucose levels to decrease.
True
False
8. The body's ability to regulate glucose is essential for maintaining overall health.
True
False
9. Briefly explain the main difference between how insulin and glucagon affect blood glucose levels.
10. What might happen if a person's pancreas does not produce enough insulin?