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Which organ is responsible for secreting insulin?
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Type
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Topic
Hormonal coordination in humans
Question
- A. Liver
- B. Pancreas
- C. Kidneys
- D. Adrenal glands
Answer
Pancreas
Explanation
The pancreas is the organ that produces and secretes insulin into the bloodstream to help regulate blood glucose levels.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Insulin's Role
Students often think that insulin directly lowers blood glucose levels instead of understanding that it facilitates the conversion of excess glucose into glycogen.
Clarify that insulin's primary function is to promote the conversion of excess glucose into glycogen for storage in the liver and muscles, which indirectly helps lower blood glucose levels.
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