Glucose Regulation Worksheet

Glucose Regulation Worksheet

Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the provided space for your responses.

1. Which organ is primarily responsible for producing hormones that regulate blood glucose levels?

2. What happens to blood glucose levels after a meal?

3. The hormone   lowers blood glucose levels by helping cells absorb glucose.

4. When blood glucose levels are too low, the pancreas releases  , which raises blood glucose.

5. Insulin is produced by the alpha cells of the pancreas.

6. Glycogen is the stored form of glucose in the liver and muscles.

7. Briefly explain the feedback loop involved in maintaining stable blood glucose levels.

8. Label the indicated parts of the pancreas in the diagram below.

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