Question

the paragraph explains the actions of pancreatic hormones. complete each sentence with a word from the list

1. when blood glucose is high, beta cells of the pancreas secrete insulin.
2. uptake of glucose by the liver, muscles, and fat cell
3. as a result, levels decrease.
4. when blood glucose levels are too low, creas secrete.
5. as a result, the releases glucose
6. this is an example of a feedback

Explanation:

• Insulin is secreted by beta cells of the pancreas when blood glucose is high.
• Uptake of glucose by liver, muscles, and fat cells increases.
• As a result, blood glucose levels decrease.
• When blood glucose levels are too low, alpha cells of the pancreas secrete glucagon.
• As a result, the liver releases glucose.
• This is an example of a negative feedback mechanism.

Answer:

1. increases
2. blood glucose
3. alpha cells; glucagon
4. liver
5. negative