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1. What is the main role of insulin in the body? a. Conversion of complex carbohydrates into glucose b. Movement of glucose from blood into the cells c. Prevention of kidney excretion of glucose d. Prevention of the formation of fat cells - ANS: B Many body cells have membranes that do not allow glucose to move into the cells to participate in metabolism. When insulin binds to membrane insulin receptors, the membranes become more open to glucose, allowing it to enter. DIF: Cognitive Level: Remembering REF: p. 310 2. In what way does insulin work to lower blood glucose levels? a. Enhancing the enzymes that break down glucose b. Helping glucose to move from the blood into cells c. Converting glucose into proteins in the liver
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