Question

Choose the correct answer from the four options given below.

A gland which secretes both hormone and enzyme is

• A. Pituitary
• B. Pancreas
• C. Thyroid
• D. Adrenal

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Pancreas

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The pancreas is a gland that secretes both hormones and enzymes (essential for food digestion).
2. The islets of Langerhans (alpha and beta cells) produce glucagon and insulin.
3. It plays a significant role in the gastrointestinal tract.
4. It is situated in the liver.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

The pituitary gland is called the master gland of the human body and secretes many hormones eg., growth hormone, TSH, and prolactin.

Option C:

The thyroid gland which is located near the larynx secretes two hormones, namely thyroxine, and triiodothyronine.

Option D:

The adrenal gland is situated above the kidneys and secretes androgens, namely cortisol and androstenedione.

Final answer: A gland that secretes both hormones and enzymes is the pancreas.