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GCE Biology 1989 Question 5

Question 5

Hormonal Coordination

Which of the following is the function of the hormone in the Islets of Langerhans? It

  1. A.is used in protein metabolism
  2. B.is involved in sugar synthesis
  3. C.aids the rate at which glucose is converted to glycogen
  4. D.controls the fluid content of the body
  5. E.plays a role in the pH balance of the body fluid
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Answer: C (aids the rate at which glucose is converted to glycogen)

Explanation

Insulin from the islets of Langerhans makes the liver and muscles change glucose into glycogen, lowering blood sugar.