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The cells secreting testosterone are

A
Islets of langerhans
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Nuclei
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Leydig cells
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D
Sertoli cells
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Solution

The correct option is B Leydig cells
The endocrine cells present in the space between seminiferous tubules are termed as interstitial cells or interstitial cells of Leydig. They serve to secrete androgen, testosterone, which is responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characters. Thus, option C is correct. The large sustentacular cells that extend from the capsule to the lumen of the seminiferous tubule are called sertoli cells. They serve to support, nourish, and regulate the development of cells undergoing spermatogenesis. Hence, option D is incorrect. Pancreas is a large organ present in the abdomen and serves as both endocrine and exocrine organ. The endocrine parts of the pancreas are islets of Langerhans that have two primary cell types namely, alpha and beta cells. Alpha cells of islets produce and secrete glucagon hormone while beta cells produce insulin. Option A is incorrect. Nuclei are the double membrane-bound organelles of eukaryotic cells that serve to house genetic material. Option B is incorrect. Therefore, option C is correct.

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