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Answer:

A. Insulin

Explanation:

The harmones created by beta cells in the pancreas in insulin.

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Answer:

Option A, insulin

Explanation:

The beta cells of the pancreas secrete the hormone known as insulin in response to elevated blood glucose levels as a means of metabolizing this glucose for use as the main source of energy. It is typically secreted following a meal or the consumption of a carbohydrate.

Insulin works by binding to receptors on cells, thereby opening glucose channels which allow for glucose to enter the cells. This subsequently lowers the blood glucose level.

Insulin's mechanism of action is opposed by the hormone glucagon, which is released by the alpha cells of pancreas to raise the blood sugar.

In short, the hormone secreted by the pancreatic beta cells is insulin, option A.  

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