Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Homeostasis

Homeostasis — practice question

Fig. 6.1 illustrates the changes in blood glucose concentration.
(a)[1]

Name the process that keeps blood glucose concentration within set limits.

(b(i))[1]

Name the hormone secreted in response to the rise in blood glucose concentration at A in Fig. 6.1.

(b(ii))[1]

Name an organ that is responsible for the decrease in blood glucose concentration after B in Fig. 6.1.

(b(iii))[1]

Name the compound that is converted to glucose at C in Fig. 6.1.

(c)[5]

Describe the symptoms and treatment used for Type 1 diabetes.

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