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JAMB Biology 1979 Question 28

Question 28

Hormonal Coordination

A gland in the human body secretes two hormones, one of which causes a disease called diabetes when there is a deficiency. Which of these organs produces the hormones?

  1. A.Spleen
  2. B.Parathyroid
  3. C.Adrenal body
  4. D.Thyroid
  5. E.Pancreas.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (Pancreas.)

Explanation

The pancreas (islets of Langerhans) makes insulin and glucagon; lack of insulin causes diabetes.