Question

Which gland is known as exocrine as well as endocrine gland ?
(a) Pancreas
(b)Salivary gland
(c) Liver
(d) Pituitary

Answer 1

(a). pancreas is known as exocrine as well as endocrine gland

Answer 2

Answer:

Pancreas is also known as exocrine as well as endocrine gland. Pancreas is located in the liver. These glands secrete bilirubin or bile juice. It is also called pancreatic juice.

Pancreas secretes hormones like insulin, glucagon. These are used for control the blood sugar level in the body.

Pancreas excretes enzymes to breakdown into proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids.

Pancreas plays a major role in the digestion of food in the intestine.