Describe the homeostatic feedback system

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Q1. Normal carbohydrate digestion results in glucose being absorbed into the blood and elevating blood glucose levels. Why do cells need glucose? Describe the homeostatic feedback system that would be activated in response to an elevated blood glucose level. (400 words)

Q2. Vitamins and minerals are important for body system health. Name sources and describe the role of calcium ions and vitamin D in maintaining bone health. What would be a consequence to bone health if there was a lack of either calcium or vitamin D in the body? (200 words)

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len1465395

4/17/2017 6:52:19 AM

Australian student, Bioscience have two questions and questions number 2 words limit is 400 and question no 3 words limit is 200. Each question should be answered separately and NOT as an essay. Answers are to be written in a formal tone, without the use of colloquial or slang words. Answers are to be written in the third person (he/she/it or they/them/their). Answers are to be written clearly and concisely using correct spelling and grammar and written in complete sentences and paragraphs. Bullet points are NOT acceptable. All answers must Include In-text references and a reference list must be Included at the end of the assessment. The reference list and in-text references are not included in the word limit. Every answer should have in-text references. In-text references should be throughout the answer and not only at the end of the answer.

len1465395

4/17/2017 6:52:11 AM

Correctly states me need for glucose by human cells with an accurate and thorough description of the homeostatic feedback system involved in the regulation of an elevated blood glucose level. Accurate and thorough description of all components of the feedback system including specific names, location within the body and roles in the feedback system for returning the blood glucose level to normal range. Accurately identifies dietary sources of calcium and vitamin I) for the body as well as describes the synthesis of vitamin D in the body. Accurate and thorough connections made between calcium and vitamin Din bone health and the consequences to bone health from a lack of these substances to the body.

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