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Response and homeostasis official content common mistakes
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Confusing insulin and glucagon
Students often mix up the functions of insulin and glucagon.
Fix itRemember that insulin lowers blood glucose levels, while glucagon raises them.
Confusing type 1 and type 2 diabetes
Students often confuse type 1 diabetes, which is an autoimmune condition, with type 2 diabetes, which is primarily related to lifestyle factors.
Fix itClarify that type 1 diabetes is due to the destruction of insulin-producing cells, while type 2 diabetes involves insulin resistance.
Confusing filtration with reabsorption
Students often confuse the processes of filtration in the glomerulus with reabsorption in the nephron.
Fix itRemember that filtration occurs at the glomerulus, while reabsorption occurs primarily in the proximal convoluted tubule and collecting duct.
Confusing ADH with aldosterone
Students often confuse the roles of ADH and aldosterone in water regulation.
Fix itADH primarily regulates water reabsorption in the kidneys, while aldosterone regulates sodium reabsorption and potassium excretion.
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