Crocodile Fern. We love this fern's interesting texture. The bright green fronds have a decidedly reptilian look and it's not tough to see where the common name comes from. It makes a bold statement: At maturity, each frond can reach 3 feet long.
The pancreas lies beneath the stomach and is connected to the small intestine at the duodenum (see digestive system). The pancreas contains enzyme producing cells that secrete two hormones. The two hormones are insulin and glucagon. Insulin and glucagon are secreted directly into the bloodstream, and together, they regulate the level of glucose in the blood.
The pancreas produces chemicals called enzymes which are essential to the digestion of food. These enzymes break down food into very small particles that the body can then absorb. Enzymes are produced in small glands in the pancreas and then flow through the organ into the first part of the bowel.he body's main digestive organ, the pancreas is composed of different cells that serve distinct functions. Some cells produce digestive juices or enzymes, while the others produce hormones.