Why is the pituitary gland called the master gland?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because its hormones influence the working of other glands
The governing concept is coordination by endocrine hormones. The pituitary secretes hormones such as thyroid-stimulating hormone, adrenocorticotropic hormone and gonadotropins, which regulate the activity of several other endocrine glands. Growth hormone and other pituitary hormones also act directly on tissues. Thus it is traditionally called the master gland. It does not make digestive juice, join bones or filter blood, so option C is correct.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because its hormones influence the working of other glands
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is coordination by endocrine hormones. The pituitary secretes hormones such as thyroid-stimulating hormone, adrenocorticotropic hormone and gonadotropins, which regulate the activity of several other endocrine glands. Growth hormone and other pituitary hormones also act directly on tissues. Thus it is traditionally called the master gland. It does not make digestive juice, join bones or filter blood, so option C is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: World of Living. Topic: Control and Coordination.
