A heterocrine gland is one which

Has two distinct parts

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Serves a double function of exocrine and endocrine gland

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Produces two types of hormones

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Occurs in two places

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Solution

The correct option is C Serves a double function of exocrine and endocrine gland
Heterocrine glands are the glands which act both as exocrine and endocrine glands. Exocrine glands are the glands that secrete their products through ducts whereas endocrine glands are the ductless glands which secrete their products directly into the blood. For example, in humans, Pancreas is a heterocrine gland. It secretes insulin hormone into blood and act as endocrine gland and when it secretes digestive enzymes and juice through pancreatic duct, it acts as exocrine gland.
So, the correct answer is 'Serves a double function of exocrine and endocrine gland'.

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(a) What is an exocrine gland? Name two exocrine glands.

(b) What is an endocrine gland? Name two endocrine glands.

Name any two glands which function as endocrine glands as well as exocrine glands.

Q. Assertion :Pancreas is a heterocrine gland. Reason: Endocrine part secretes insulin and glucagon and exocrine part secretes an acidic pancreatic juice containing enzymes.

Q. Name two examples of each exocrine and endocrine glands.

Regarding the assertion and reason; choose the correct option.
Assertion [A]: The second largest gland in our body is the pancreas
Reason [R]: It is also called a mixed (heterocrine) as it has both exocrine and endocrine parts in it.

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