WAEC Biology 2017 Objective — Question 17
Question 17 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Biology 2017 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Which of the following glands also serves as an exocrine gland?
- A. A. Ovary
- B. B. PancreasCorrect
- C. C. Adrenal
- D. D. Thyroid
Explanation
Pancreas has both the exocrine and the endocrine roles. Its exocrine role is to produce digestive enzymes such as lipase, amylopsin and trypsin. Its endocrine role is to produce the hormones insulin and glucagon.
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