Question

1. where does the glucose that is released into the blood ultimately end up (2 places)? 6. a person with diabetes cannot regulate their blood sugar, mainly because the pancreas does not release enough insulin. to treat the disease, a person must monitor their blood sugar, if their blood sugar is high, they must take an injection of insulin. how would they treat low blood sugar? 7. homeostasis is the state of steady internal conditions maintained by living systems. explain the relationship between the pancreas and homeostasis. explain how the thermostat in your house uses a negative - feedback system to maintain your temperature.

Explanation:

1. Glucose is either used for energy production in cells through cellular respiration or stored as glycogen in the liver and muscles for later use when blood - glucose levels drop.
2. To treat low blood sugar, a person should consume a fast - acting source of carbohydrates such as fruit juice, hard candy, or glucose tablets to quickly raise blood - sugar levels.
3. The pancreas plays a crucial role in homeostasis by regulating blood - glucose levels. When blood - glucose levels are high, the pancreas releases insulin, which promotes the uptake of glucose by cells and its storage as glycogen. When blood - glucose levels are low, the pancreas releases glucagon, which stimulates the breakdown of glycogen into glucose and its release into the bloodstream.

Answer:

1. Cells for energy; Liver and muscles as glycogen
2. Consume fast - acting carbohydrates like fruit juice, hard candy, or glucose tablets
3. The pancreas regulates blood - glucose levels to maintain homeostasis. When blood - glucose is high, it releases insulin; when low, it releases glucagon.