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2 marksHomeostasis and Hormonal Action

CAPE Biology Unit 2 · 2006 · Paper 2 · Question 6(a)(i)

Define the term Homeostasis and exemplify it with reference to the glucose concentration of the blood and the endocrine-related actions of the pancreas and/or the liver.

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  1. 6(a)(ii)Define the term Set point and exemplify it with reference to blood glucose concentration and pancreatic/liver function.[2 marks]
  2. 6(a)(iii)Define the term Detectors and exemplify it with reference to blood glucose concentration and the endocrine actions of the pancreas and/or liver.[3 marks]
  3. 6(a)(iv)Define the term Regulators and exemplify it with reference to blood glucose concentration and pancreatic/liver action.[3 marks]
  4. 6(b)What reactions does the liver perform on protein material to process it to the body's advantage?[10 marks]

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