Glucostats are
A) cells that can detect glucose levels.
B) drugs that block the absorption of glucose.
C) hormones that help cells store glucose for future use.
D) a category of sugars used by the brain and body for energy.
Answer: A
Rationale: Highly specialized neurons called glucostats can detect glucose levels in the fluid outside of the cell. When glucose levels drop, glucostats signal the hypothalamus that energy supplies are low, and hunger increases.
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