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प्रश्न
Why is pituitary gland is called “master gland”?
उत्तर
The pituitary gland is called “master gland” because it produces hormones that control other glands and many body functions including growth (growth hormone, Thyroid and Gonad stimulating hormone).
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Put a tick mark (✓) against the correct alternative in the following statement:
Which one of the following endocrine glands produces its hormone in large quantities as a result of emotional stimulation?
Put a tick mark (✓) against the correct alternative in the following statement:
In humans, increased thyroxine production results in :
Multiple choice question. Tick (✓) the correct choice:
Chemical control in organisms is brought about by
- enzymes
- neurons
- hormones
- all the above.
Multiple choice question. Tick (✓) the correct choice:
The hormone thyroxine is secreted by
- pituitary gland
- adrenal gland
- thyroid gland
- pancreas
Find the odd-one out, giving reason:
Pituitary, adrenal, thyroid, salivary gland
Select and write the most appropriate answer from the given.
Which of the following hormones is responsible for regulating the blood sugar level in the human body?
Insulin, a hormone chemically is ___________.
Write the Zwitter ion structure of alanine.
Give the characteristics of hormones pertaining to site of action.
Distinguish between the following pair:
Exocrine and endocrine glands (secretory substance and example)
