JAMB Biology 1995 Question 14

Question 14

Hormonal Coordination

The mammalian organ which acts both as a digestive and as an endocrine organ is the

  1. A.oesophagus
  2. B.liver
  3. C.pancreas
  4. D.spleen.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (pancreas)

Explanation

The pancreas releases digestive enzymes into the duodenum and also makes the hormones insulin and glucagon.