2.8 - Blood Glucose Levels And Obesity

Question 1

Hormone that stimulates the release of glucose from glycogen during stress or exercise.

Answer 1

Adrenaline (epinephrine)

Question 2

Quantitative measure used to estimate body fat.

Answer 2

Body density

Question 3

Relative measurement based on height and weight.

Answer 3

Body mass index (BMI)

Question 4

Hormone produced by the pancreas that stimulates the conversion of glycogen into glucose in the liver.

Answer 4

Glucagon

Question 5

Storage carbohydrate located on the liver and muscle tissues.

Answer 5

Glycogen

Question 6

Maintenance of a steady state in the cells of a living organism.

Answer 6

Homeostasis

Question 7

Hormone produced by the pancreas that stimulates the conversion of glucose into glycogen in the liver.

Answer 7

Insulin