OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology)
OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) The Hormonal Control of Blood Glucose and the Management of Diabetes Exam Questions
Free OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) exam questions on The Hormonal Control of Blood Glucose and the Management of Diabetes, with mark schemes. Covers insulin, glucagon, type 1 and type 2 diabetes and their treatment.
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About OCR A Level Biology B (Advancing Biology) The Hormonal Control of Blood Glucose and the Management of Diabetes
This topic covers blood glucose control.
What you need to know
- Pancreas Alpha and beta cells.
- Insulin and glucagon Lowering and raising blood glucose.
- Diabetes Causes and symptoms of type 1 and type 2.
- Management Insulin, diet and exercise.
Common mistakes in The Hormonal Control of Blood Glucose and the Management of Diabetes
- Confusing glucagon and glycogen.
- Mixing type 1 and type 2.
- Forgetting liver's role.
Try three The Hormonal Control of Blood Glucose and the Management of Diabetes exam-style questions
1. Explain how glucagon raises blood glucose. (2 marks)
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Stimulates glycogenolysis (1) and gluconeogenesis in the liver (1).
2. State a cause of type 2 diabetes. (1 mark)
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Cells become resistant to insulin.
3. Give one way type 2 is managed. (1 mark)
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Controlling diet and increasing exercise.
The Hormonal Control of Blood Glucose and the Management of Diabetes FAQs
What does this topic cover?
Blood glucose control and diabetes.
How is glucose measured?
With blood glucose monitors or urine test strips.
Why is insulin injected?
It is a protein and would be digested if swallowed.
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