1. uncountable noun. Malt is a substance made from grain that has been soaked in water and then dried in a hot oven. Malt is used in the production of whisky, beer, and other alcoholic drinks. German beer has traditionally been made from just four ingredientsâhops, malt, yeast and water. 2. mass noun.
The pancreas is a dual-function gland, having features of both endocrine and exocrine glands. 1  Endocrine: The part of the pancreas with endocrine function is made up of cell clusters called islets of Langerhans.  Exocrine: pancreas also functions as an exocrine gland that assists the digestive system. It secretes pancreatic fluid that contains digestive enzymes that pass to the small intestine. These enzymes help to further break down the carbohydrates, proteins and lipids (fats) in the chyme.
A: The digestive and endocrine systems work together, mostly through the pancreas, to produce and disseminate digestive enzymes. The endocrine system contains several different organs and glands, which are the hypothalamus, pituitary, parathyroids, adrenal glands, reproductive glands, thyroid and pineal body. The primary role of the endocrine system is to produce important hormones that tell the digestive system when to start digesting food and when to stop. Continue Reading