WAEC Biology 2003 Question 19

Question 19

Hormonal Coordination

Which of the following endocrine glands is a master gland?

  1. A.Pituitary gland
  2. B.Thyroid gland
  3. C.Pancreas
  4. D.Ovary
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Answer: A (Pituitary gland)

Explanation

The pituitary gland makes hormones that control many other endocrine glands, so it is called the master gland.