... hormones, insulin and glucagon, through structures called Islets of Langerhans. In these structures, the alpha cells produce glucagon, which raises the level of blood glucose and the beta cells produce insulin, which binds to receptor sites on the outside of a cell and works essentially like a key that ... and people of the Pacific Islands than among Caucasians. Impaired glucose tolerance: Prediabetes is a milder form of this condition. It can be diagnosed with a simple blood test. If someone has it, there is a strong chance to develop type 2 diabetes. Modifiable: Weight, waist size and t...

• Word Count: 2929
• Approx Pages: 12
• Has Bibliography

... and is pure and anhydrous, it is colourless, slightly thick and has a gravity of 1.44. Although I do not think anyone would taste it, hydrogen peroxide has a metallic taste and will blister the skin. Concentrated solutions are unstable, and, if the liquid is still pure, it can explode when heated above a temperature over 100°C. Concentrations of hydrogen peroxide higher than 50 ... different uses. One enzyme, called Lipases, speeds up the ripening of food, such as cheese. Proteases are found in washing powders. They are good for removing stains of clothes, like blood. In several parts ...

• Word Count: 2748
• Approx Pages: 11
• Grade Level: High School

... attacks in Matsumoto and Tokyo, chemical agents have shown that it has become a weapon of terrorism. Chemical agents can divide can be divided into groups which include nerve agents, vesicants (blister agents), blood agents, choking agents, and riot control agents. There are no reported incidents in the U.S. involving the use of chemical nerve agents by terrorist. The attacks in Japan have shown ... ...

• Word Count: 3091
• Approx Pages: 12
• Grade Level: High School