The endocrine component of the pancreas:
A) comprises the pancreatic duct.
B) comprises the islets of Langerhans.
C) releases epinephrine and norepinephrine.
D) secretes digestive enzymes into the duodenum.
Answer: B) comprises the islets of Langerhans.
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