A hormone produced by the beta cells of the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas is called:
A) glucagon.
B) insulin.
C) melatonin.
D) calcitonin.
B
Explanation:
A) Glucagon is produced by the alpha cells.
B) Correct.
C) Melatonin is produced by the pineal gland.
D) Calcitonin is produced by the thyroid gland.
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