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Which type of cells in the pancreas secrete insulin?
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?
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?
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?
What effect does insulin have on amino acids?
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Which type of tissue primarily depends on fatty acids for energy?
Which type of tissue primarily depends on fatty acids for energy?
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