The tissue that produces enzymes is glandular epithelium ; in the digestive system, specialized glandular cells such as the pancreatic acinar cells make and secrete digestive enzymes. Enzymes are also produced by glands in the salivary glands, stomach, and small intestine.

In simple terms

  • Tissue type: glandular epithelial tissue.
  • Main example: the pancreas , especially acinar tissue, which produces many digestive enzymes.
  • Other examples: salivary glands, gastric glands, and intestinal glands.

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