Question

which of the following endocrine gland is present only in female body .A)overy.B) testesC)adrenal glandD)thyroid gland​

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is (A) – Ovary

Answer 2

Answer:

$\boxed{\mathfrak{(A) \ Ovary}}$

Explanation:

• In females, a pair of ovary is located in the abdominal cavity.
• Ovary performs the functions of both primary sex organ and endocrine gland.
• An ovary produces one ovum during each menstrual cycle i.e. functions as a primary sex organ.
• Ovary also produces two group of steroid hormones called estrogen and progesterone.
• Estrogen is synthesised and secreted mainly by the growing ovarian follicles.
• After ovulation, Graafian follicle is converted to a structure called corpus luteum which secrets mainly progesterone.