2. Once you recognize that this is a single replacement problem, determine whether the non-bonded element is a cation or anion. Then determine which element it will replace. Remember cations can only replace cations and anions can only replace anions.
If you haven't eaten for several hours and your blood sugar level drops, another hormone from your pancreas called glucagon signals your liver to break down the stored glycogen and release glucose back into your bloodstream.
Normal blood sugar should range from 80 to 100 mg/dL. Low blood sugar occurs when your blood glucose drops below 70 mg/dL. The hormone insulin helps maintain your blood glucose. After you eat, your blood sugar increases and your body secretes insulin to bring your blood sugar back to normal.