Asked by Andrew Torres on Jul 13, 2024
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Which gland is both an exocrine and endocrine gland?
A) pancreas
B) adrenal
C) ovary
D) thyroid
E) pituitary
Exocrine Gland
Gland that secretes milk, sweat, saliva, or some other substance through a duct.
Endocrine Gland
Ductless gland; aggregation of hormone-secreting epithelial cells with associated connective tissue and blood vessels.
Pancreas
A glandular organ in the digestive and endocrine systems of vertebrates that produces enzymes for digestion and hormones such as insulin for blood sugar regulation.
- Explain the distinct characteristics and localization of hormone receptors within target cells.
- Master the concepts of hormone regulation and their consequent effects on target organs.
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priya parateJul 16, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The pancreas is both an exocrine gland (secreting digestive enzymes into the small intestine) and an endocrine gland (producing insulin and glucagon to regulate blood sugar levels).
Learning Objectives
- Explain the distinct characteristics and localization of hormone receptors within target cells.
- Master the concepts of hormone regulation and their consequent effects on target organs.