Which Substance Is Essential for Maintenance of a Normal Level

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which substance is essential for maintenance of a normal level of blood sugar?

• A)cortisol
• B)insulin
• C)parahormone
• D)serotonin

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Definitions:

Denatured

Loss of a protein’s or enzyme’s normal shape so that it no longer functions; usually caused by a less than optimal pH and temperature.

Enzyme Structurally

Refers to the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in an enzyme, which is critical for its catalytic activity and specificity.

Cofactor

Nonprotein assistant required by an enzyme in order to function. Many cofactors are metal ions; others are coenzymes.

Inhibitor

A substance that slows down or prevents a particular chemical reaction or other process.