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प्रश्न
Why is pituitary gland is called “master gland”?
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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 hormones converts excess of glucose into glycogen:
Multiple choice question. Tick (✓) the correct choice:
Master endocrine gland
- thyroid
- pituitary
- pancreas
- adrenal
State whether the following statement is true (T) or false (F):
Hormones are secreted by ductless glands.
Given below is an outline of the human body. Draw and label on the diagram.
- the gland that secretes insulin.
- the gland that produce adrenaline.
Identify the secondary messenger(s).
Which of the following statements is correct about receptors?
Iodine is necessary for the synthesis of which hormone?
Give the full form of the following abbreviation:
ADH
Both ______ or deficiency of hormones lead to serious consequences.
Hormones produced in one species usually show ______ influence in other species.
