NEET2026ZoologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationActual
Which one of the following statements is incorrect ?
Options
- A-cells of pancreas secrete insulin
- B-cells of pancreas secrete glucagon
- C-cells of pancreas secrete insulin
- DGlucagon stimulates glycogenolysis
Correct answer
C. -cells of pancreas secrete insulin
Step-by-step solution
The pancreas contains Islets of Langerhans, which have two main types of cells: -cells and -cells. The -cells secrete the hormone glucagon, which increases blood glucose levels by stimulating glycogenolysis. The -cells secrete the hormone insulin, which decreases blood glucose levels. Therefore, the statement that -cells secrete insulin is incorrect. Answer: -cells of pancreas secrete insulin