Liver and muscle cells

Key term for Edexcel GCSE Biology, used in Diabetes and Control.

Definition

The specific target cells that normally absorb glucose from the blood and convert it into glycogen under the influence of insulin.

Exam Context

Liver and muscle cells appears in Edexcel GCSE Biology revision content for Animal Coordination, Control and Homeostasis, especially Diabetes and Control and Type 2 Diabetes.

Animal Coordination, Control and Homeostasis Diabetes and Control Type 2 Diabetes

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Animal Coordination, Control and Homeostasis

Type 2 Diabetes

Diabetes and Control • Type 2 Diabetes

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