Juan Eats a Meal Full of Sugar and Starches

question 114

Multiple Choice

Juan eats a meal full of sugar and starches. In response, his pancreas releases insulin into the bloodstream which stimulates his cells to draw more glucose from his blood. This decreases the level of glucose in Juan's body and, eventually, the pancreas reduces its insulin secretion. Juan's endocrine system is engaging in which process?

• A)plasticity
• B)homeostasis
• C)aphasia
• D)concordance
• E)lateralization

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Definitions:

Ganglion Cells

Neurons located in the retina that receive visual information from photoreceptors and transmit it to the brain.

Bipolar Cells

Neurons found in the retina that function as intermediate cells, connecting photoreceptors to ganglion cells and playing a crucial role in visual processing.

Cones

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that function best in relatively bright light and enable the perception of colors.

Fovea

The central part of the retina where visual acuity is highest and detailed vision is best due to a high concentration of cones.