\tPituitary gland (Also known as the master gland)At the base of brainGrowth hormone (GH), thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)GH stimulates growth, TSH stimulates functioning of thyroid gland, FSH stimulates the follicles during ovulation.Thyroid GlandNeckThyroxineControls general metabolism and growth in the body.Adrenal glandAbove kidneysAdrenalinPrepares the body for emergency situations and hence is also called ‘Fight and flight’ hormone.PancreasNear stomachInsulinControls blood sugar levelTestis (male)In *******TestosteroneSperm production, development of secondary sexual characters during puberty.Ovary (female)Near uterusOestrogenEgg production, development of secondary sexual characters during puberty.\t
Liver- bile juicePancreas- pancreatic juice Small Interstine - interstinal juice
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Explain various gland its secretion and function

Answer» Endocrine gland Location Hormones Produced Functions


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