After you eat a meal,blood glucose concentration increases.Insulin is released from the pancreas to restore blood glucose concentration by facilitating the uptake of glucose by cells and stimulating the conversion of glucose to glycogen.What homeostatic mechanism is this an example of?
A)positive feedback
B)negative feedback
C)neutralizing feedback
D)feedback inhibition

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This is an example of negative feedback. When blood glucose concentration increases after a meal, insulin is released to bring it back to normal levels. This is a self-regulating mechanism that works to maintain homeostasis.

After You Eat a Meal,blood Glucose Concentration Increases