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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Tissues**: The question mentions tissues located in different parts of the body, specifically naming the pituitary, pineal, and thyroid glands. 2. **Understand the Function of These Tissues**: These glands are responsible for producing hormones that regulate various bodily functions. 3. **Define Endocrine Glands**: The tissues mentioned (pituitary, pineal, thyroid, etc.) are classified as endocrine glands. Endocrine glands are specialized glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream rather than through ducts. 4. **Characteristics of Endocrine Glands**: - They are ductless. - They secrete hormones that travel through the bloodstream to target organs or tissues. - They play a crucial role in the endocrine system, which regulates metabolism, growth, development, and homeostasis. 5. **List of Organized Endocrine Glands**: The organized endocrine glands include: - Pituitary gland - Pineal gland - Thyroid gland - Adrenal glands - Pancreas - Parathyroid glands - Thymus - Gonads (ovaries and testes) 6. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the tissues located in different parts of the body like the pituitary, pineal, and thyroid are classified as endocrine glands, which are integral components of the endocrine system. ---
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