Which hormone is secreted by the beta cells of the pancreas?

A.   Insulin
B.   Glucagon
C.   Somatostatin
D.   Pancreatic polypeptide
E.   Pancreatic lipase


A

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____________________ refers to the synthesis of larger organic molecules from smaller organic molecules

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A. ADH. B. elevated potassium levels. C. excess water intake. D. elevated sodium levels. E. low potassium levels.

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The relative refractory period occurs after the action potential is complete because of the

a. lingering inactivation of the voltage-gated Na+ channels. b. slowness of the voltage-gated channels. c. the sodium-potassium pump. d. both (a) and (b). e. both (b) and (c).

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