Question

Which gland is both exocrine as well as endocrine ?
(a) Pituitary (b) Mammary gland
(c) Thyroid (d) Pancreas

Answer 1

Answer:

Pancreas is both exocrine as well as endocrine as it controlls the blood sugsr level and releases harmonal insulins

Answer 2

'Pancreas' is both exocrine as well as endocrine.

Option: D

Explanation:

• Pancreas is defined as a glandular organ present in the upper abdomen. This gland can be served as two in one.

                 - A digestive exocrine gland

                 - Hormone producing endocrine gland.

• As exocrine gland, the pancreas excretes enzymes for breaking down the lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, etc in food.
• As endocrine gland, the pancreas secretes glucagon and insulin to control the blood sugar throughout the day.
• These both functionalities are essential for day to day life.

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