Regulation in biological systems depends on feedback .which is an exmple of in formation flow. when diabbetes destroy insulin-producing cells, what infortamtion flow in disrupted?  The body is unable to send signals that indicate the amount of sugar in the blood. Cells in the bladder are no longer able to send signals when the blodder fills. Appetite signals no longer regulate feeding . The pancres is unable to produce enzymes to break down protein.

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