Which of the Following Is the Ultimate Action That Causes $\beta$

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the ultimate action that causes release of insulin from pancreatic $\beta$ -cells?

• A)opening of ATP-gated K⁺ channels
• B)closing of ATP-gated K⁺ channels
• C)catabolism of glucose resulting in increased ATP
• D)opening of voltage gated Ca²⁺ channels leading to decreased cytosolic Ca²⁺
• E)opening of voltage gated Ca²⁺ channels leading to increased cytosolic Ca²⁺

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