Question

pituntory gland is considered as the master gland​

Answer 1

Answer:

Pituitary gland is called as master gland because it releases number of hormones that regulate the activity of other endocrine glands. Suppose, a gland secretion increases a certain level in blood, hypothalamus sends this signal to the pituitary gland which releases a hormone in blood and this chemical signal is sent to the target gland to stop the secretion.                          It controls various body functions including growth.

Explanation:

Answer 2

The pituitary gland is considered the main endocrine gland.

• It is called the master gland because it produces hormones that control glands and many body functions including growth (growth hormone, Thyroid, and gonad stimulating hormone).