Which of the following acts as both endocrine and exocrine system?

Adrenal gland

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Pineal gland

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Pancreas

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Pituitary gland

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Solution

The correct option is C Pancreas
The pancreas work both as endocrine and exocrine gland. Functioning as an exocrine gland, the pancreas secrete enzymes to break down the proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids in food. Functioning as an endocrine gland, the pancreas secrete the hormones insulin and glucagon to control blood sugar levels throughout the day.

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Name one gland each :

(a) which acts only as an endocrine gland.

(b) which acts only as an exocrine gland.

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