Which of the Following Cells Released from the Islets of Langerhans

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following cells released from the islets of Langerhans produce insulin, which decreases the blood glucose levels?

• A) Alpha cells
• B) Beta cells
• C) Gamma cells
• D) Delta cells

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the production of hormones that regulate body temperature, hunger, moods, release of hormones from many glands, especially the pituitary gland, sleep, and sex drive.

Frontal Lobe

The part of the brain located in the front of the head, responsible for executive functions such as decision-making, problem-solving, and controlling impulses.

Amygdala

A region of the brain involved in experiencing emotions, particularly those related to survival, such as fear and the fight-or-flight response.

Leptin

A hormone involved in regulating energy balance by inhibiting hunger, which helps to regulate body weight.