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Question
Which of the following is not an endocrine gland?
Options
Adrenal gland
Pituitary gland
Thyroid gland
Sebaceous gland
Solution
Sebaceous gland
Explanation:
The sebaceous gland in the skin secretes oily sebum.
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______ gland is located in the neck region.
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| Column I | Column II |
| A. Pineal | i. Epinephrine |
| B. Thyroid | ii. Melatonin |
| C. Ovary | iii. Estrogen |
| D. Adrenal medulla | iv. Tetraiodothyronine |
