Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
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A group of students are participating in a 24-hour fast to raise money for the foodbank. Fasting refers to refraining from eating for a period of time.
Select the answer that describes how the students’ bodies would respond to maintain homeostasis.
Select the answer that describes how the students’ bodies would respond to maintain homeostasis.
Select one:
a. The beta cells of the islets of Langerhans are producing glucagon to decrease blood glucose levels.
b. The alpha cells of the islets of Langerhans are producing insulin to increase blood sugar levels.
c. The alpha cells of the islets of Langerhans are producing glucagon to increase blood glucose levels.
d. The beta cells of the islets of Langerhans are producing insulin to decrease blood sugar levels.
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