Glucose Regulation Worksheet
Explore the fascinating process of glucose regulation in the human body, including the roles of the pancreas, insulin, and glucagon.
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Glucose Regulation Worksheet
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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?
Liver
Kidney
Pancreas
Stomach
2. What happens to blood glucose levels after a meal?
They decrease
They increase
They remain stable
They fluctuate randomly
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.
True
False
6. Glycogen is the stored form of glucose in the liver and muscles.
True
False
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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