Question

Which one is correctly matched?

• A. Alpha cells of islets of Langerhans - Secretion decreases blood sugar level
• B. Oxyntic cells - pH between $2-3$
• C. Kupffer cells - Digestive enzyme that hydrolyses nucleic acids
• D. Sebaceous glands - On evaporation of secretion heating is caused

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

• The islets of Langerhans are present in the endocrine part of the pancreas which contains alpha, beta, delta, and pancreatic polypeptide cells. The alpha cell secretes glucagon which converts glycogen into glucose. Thus, increase the blood sugar level.
• Oxyntic cells or parietal cell is a type of gastric gland which secretes $HCl$ and castle's intrinsic factor. Thus, its pH ranges between 2 - 3.
• Kupffer cells are the phagocytic cell which destroys WBCs, RBCs and are present in the liver.
• Sebaceous glands are oily producing glands, sweat can lead to cooling of the skin and thus reduced the body temperature.

Hence, the correct answer is option B, i.e., Oxyntic cells - pH between $2-3$.