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Name the gland that controls the functioning of other endocrine glands.

A

Pancreas

B

Pituitary gland

C

Pineal gland

D

Adrenal gland

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B

Pituitary gland controls the functioning of other endocrine glands.It is also known as master gland because it controls the activity of most other hormone secreting glands
Pancreas - It is part of the digestive system and produces insulin and other important enzymes and hormones that help break down foods.
Pineal gland - The pineal gland is a small, pea-shaped gland in the brain. It is used to regulate melatonin hormone which is responsible for regulating sleeping patterns.
Adrenal gland - The adrenal glands are also known as suprarenal glands.They produce a variety of hormones like adrenaline,cortisol and aldosterone
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