Which of the following statements is NOT correct?
(a) Fibrin helps in blood clotting.
(b) Platelets stop bleeding; many platelets reach the site of injury and begin the process of blood clotting.
(c) Insulin increases the level of glucose in blood.
(d) Adrenaline helps to increase heartbeat.
(c) Insulin increases the level of glucose in blood.
Explanation:
According to the textbook, insulin decreases the glucose level in blood by promoting the uptake of glucose by the cells and converting glucose to glycogen in the liver. It does not increase blood glucose; thus option (c) is incorrect,
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