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Endocrine System and Adolescence — Question 3

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Question 1(c)

Distinguish between the following pair on the basis of the words indicated in the brackets.

Insulin and Glucagon (function)

Answer

Difference between Insulin and Glucagon on the basis of function:

CharacteristicInsulinGlucagon
FunctionInsulin lowers blood glucose levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells and its conversion to glycogen in the liver and muscles.Glucagon raises blood glucose levels by promoting the conversion of glycogen back to glucose in the liver and muscles.