Question

Mention one function of the following:

Pancreas

Answer 1

Pancreas:

1. Pancreas is a glandular organ present in the abdominal cavity, which secretes both digestive enzymes and hormones.
2. Function: Pancreas secretes the pancreatic juice containing enzymes into the small intestine.
   • Pancreatic juice contains enzymes that can digest proteins, fats and carbohydrates.
   • Pancreas secretes hormones called insulin and glucagon which controls the blood glucose level.