When blood sugar is low,______ from the pancreas stimulates the breakdown of _______ in the liver.

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When blood sugar is low, the pancreas releases glucagon, which stimulates the breakdown of glycogen in the liver and releases glucose into the bloodstream. Insulin, on the other hand, promotes the storage of glucose as glycogen in the liver and muscles, and the uptake of glucose by cells. Option A and D are incorrect because insulin promotes glycogen breakdown but rather promotes glycogen storage. Option B is incorrect because glycogen cannot be broken down into glucose in the liver. Option E is incorrect because glucagon does not stimulate the breakdown of proteins in the liver.

When Blood Sugar Is Low,______ from the Pancreas Stimulates the Breakdown