Pancreas Hormones and Functions
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Which type of cells in the pancreas secrete insulin?

  • Exocrine cells
  • Alpha cells
  • Beta cells (correct)
  • Delta cells

    • What is the primary function of glucagon?

  • Increasing blood sugar (correct)
  • Inhibiting the breakdown of proteins
  • Stimulating the manufacture of amino acids into protein
  • Lowering blood sugar level

    • In the case of excess carbohydrates, what does insulin cause them to be stored as?

  • Glycogen mainly in the liver and muscles (correct)
  • Proteins in the adipose tissue
  • Fats in the adipose tissue
  • Amino acids in the liver

    • What effect does insulin have on amino acids?

    <p>Promotes their uptake by cells and conversion into protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tissue primarily depends on fatty acids for energy?

    <p>Muscle tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

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