Glucose(General Knowledge > General Science ) Questions and answers for exam Preparation

Question 1. What causes blood glucose levels to rise?

eating
vigorous exercise
sleeping
going to the toilet

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> eating

Question 2. What do cells need glucose for?

photosynthesis
respiration
protein synthesis
combustion

Explanation:-

Answer: Option B. -> respiration

Question 3. Which of the following is a hormone used to control glucose concentrations in the blood?

insulin
glycogen
pancreas
adrenaline

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> insulin

Question 4. Which food sample would give a positive colour change for Fats and oils?

Bread
Yam
Cheese
Flour

Explanation:-

Answer: Option C. -> Cheese

Question 5. What does glucagon promote in the liver?

hydrolysis of glycogen
hydrolysis of glucose
production of glycogen
release of insulin

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> hydrolysis of glycogen

Question 6. What hormone is released when blood glucose levels rise above normal?

insulin
glucagon
glycogen
leptin

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> insulin

Question 7. Which reagent is is used to test for glucose?

Ethanol
Benedict’s solution
Biuret solution
Iodine solution

Explanation:-

Answer: Option B. -> Benedict’s solution

Question 8. What hormone is released when blood glucose fall below normal?

insulin
glycogen
glucagon
leptin

Explanation:-

Answer: Option C. -> glucagon

Question 9. What organ releases hormones that regulate blood glucose levels?

salivary glands
stomach
small intestine
pancreas

Explanation:-

Answer: Option D. -> pancreas

Question 10. What type of foods are broken down into glucose in the small intestine?

carbohydrates
proteins
fats
none of the above

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> carbohydrates