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Cells in the pancreas that make the hormone insulin.

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Definitioner

Pancreas: A gland or organ behind the stomach that produces hormones such as insulin.
Hormone: Hormones are chemicals released by special cells that tell other cells what to do. For instance, insulin is a hormone made by the beta cells in the pancreas. When released, insulin tells other cells to use glucose (sugar) for energy.