Question

Why is pituitary gland know as the master gland?

Answer 1

Answer:

Pituitary gland: The main endocrine gland. It is a small structure in the head. It is called the master gland because it produces hormones that control other glands and many body functions including growth. The pituitary consists of the anterior and posterior pituitary.

Explanation:

The pituitary gland or the master gland controls the secretion of hormones from the other endocrine glands, including the thyroid, adrenal etc. *It secretes the hormones which induce gamete formation in the gonads, testes and ovaries. *It also secretes the growth hormone which plays an important role in the growth of adolescents *Main hormones secreted by pituitary gland include, Growth hormone, TSH, FSH, LH, ACTH, MSH, Vasopressin and Oxytocin.

Answer 2

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☞The pituitary gland is referred to as the “master gland” because it monitors and regulates many bodily functions through the hormones that it produces, including: growth and sexual/reproductive development and function.