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प्रश्न
State whether the following statement is true or false. If false, rewrite changing the word.
Insulin is secreted by thyroid.
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उत्तर
This statement is false.
Explanation:
Insulin is secreted by the pancreas because the organ contains specialized clusters of endocrine cells called the Islets of Langerhans. The beta cells within these islets are responsible for synthesizing and releasing insulin, which is essential for lowering blood glucose levels.
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Choose the odd one out from each series
The hormones – insulin, glucagon, cretinism, thyroxine
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State the Location
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