Questions: A single cell, or a structure consisting of a group of cells, that makes and secretes a substance is called a(n) Multiple Choice neuroglial cell adipocyte tumor gland

A single cell, or a structure consisting of a group of cells, that makes and secretes a substance is called a(n) 

Multiple Choice
neuroglial cell
adipocyte
tumor
gland
Transcript text: A single cell, or a structure consisting of a group of cells, that makes and secretes a substance is called a(n) $\qquad$ Multiple Choice neuroglial cell adipocyte tumor gland
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Step 1: Rephrasing the question

The question asks for the term that describes a single cell or group of cells that produce and release a substance.

Step 2: Analyzing the options
  • Neuroglial cells: These are support cells in the nervous system; they do not typically secrete substances.
  • Adipocytes: These are fat cells, primarily involved in storing energy. While they do release some hormones, secretion is not their primary function.
  • Tumor: This is an abnormal mass of tissue. Some tumors may secrete substances, but that’s not their defining characteristic.
  • Gland: This is an organ made up of cells that synthesize and release substances.

Final Answer: The answer is gland.

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