Question

Statement I:$\beta$ cells of islets of Langerhans secrete a hormone which stimulates glycogenolysis in liver.
Statement II:Hyperactivity of thyroid in young children causes cretinism.

• A. Only statement I is correct
• B. Only statement II is correct
• C. Both statements I and II are correct
• D. Both statements I and II are incorrect

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

$\alpha$ cells of islets of Langerhans secrete a hormone (glucagon) which stimulates glycogenolysis in liver. Hyposecretion of thyroid hormone (hypothyroidism) in young children causes cretinism.