Question
Which one of the following glands is mixed gland ?
- Thyroid
- Pituitary
- Pancreas
- Liver.
Answer
(c) Pancreas
Explanation:
The Pancreas is a mixed gland. The pancreas contains both exocrine and endocrine cells that secrete digestive enzymes and hormones, respectively. The exocrine cells secrete digestive enzymes into the small intestine through a duct, while the endocrine cells secrete hormones such as insulin and glucagon directly into the bloodstream.