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Blood Glucose Control (Cambridge O Level Biology)

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Which row of the following table correctly describes what happens in the body after a person consumes a can of sugary drink?

  role of the pancreas role of the liver effect

A

 releases glucagon converts glycogen into glucose blood sugar levels rise

B

 releases insulin converts excess glucose into glycogen blood sugar level falls

C

 releases glucagon converts excess glucose into glycogen blood sugar level falls

D

 releases insulin converts glycogen into glucose blood sugar levels rise

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    Which row of the table correctly outlines the cause of, and treatment for, type 1 diabetes?

      cause treatment

    A

    		 inability of the pancreas to produce insulin insulin injection

    B

    		 inability of the pancreas to produce insulin controlling diet and regular exercise

    C

    		 inability of the liver to produce glucagon glucagon injection

    D

    		 inability of the liver to produce insulin insulin injection

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      Which row shows the effects of the hormones glucagon and insulin? 

        effect of glucagon effect of insulin
      A Glucose is converted into glycogen in the liver Glycogen in the liver is converted into glucose.
      B Glycogen in the liver is converted into glucose. Glucose is converted into glycogen in the liver.
      C Glycogen in the liver is converted into glucose. Glucose is converted into glycogen in the pancreas.
      D Glycogen in the pancreas is converted into glucose. Glucose is converted into glycogen in the pancreas.

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        Which of the following statements about glucagon are false?

        1. Glucagon reverses the effect of the hormone glycogen
        2. Glucagon is produced in the pancreas
        3. Glucagon is secreted when blood glucose levels fall
        4. Glucagon stimulates liver and muscle cells to convert glucose into stored glycogen
        5. Glucagon is a polysaccharide
        6. Glucagon is usually secreted soon after ingestion of carbohydrate-rich food

        • 1, 2, 5 and 6

        • 1, 3, 4 and 6

        • 1, 4, 5 and 6

        • 5 and 6 only

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