Question

why pancreas is called a dual function gland

Answer 1

Pancreas are known to have a dual function because it acts as both an endocrine gland and exocrine gland i.e. it is a part of both the hormonal and digestive system of the body respectively. So, itis also called heterocrine gland.

It secretes hormones insulin and glucagon as well as digestive enzymes.

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Answer 2

pancreas contain enzyme trypsin, lypase and amylase which help in synthesis of protein into amino acids fat into fatty acid and starch into simple sugar.