The diagram given below represents an endocrine gland in the human body. Study the diagram and answer the following questions :

(i) Identify the endocrine gland. Where is it located?
(ii) Why is the above gland referred to as the 'Master gland' ?
(iii) Name the hormone which in deficiency causes Diabetes Insipidus. How does this disorder differ from Diabetes Mellitus ?
(iv) Explain the term 'Hormone'.
What is the role of Tropic hormones in the human body?
(v) Which lobe of the above gland secretes:
1. Oxytocin
2. ACTH
3. Growth hormone.

Explanation

Pituitary gland is called the Master gland as it controls the functions of other endocrine glands and also the main body functions such as growth