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Pituitary Gland

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A gland which transports secretions through ducts is an .......... gland.

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Endocrine

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Paracrine

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C

Autocrine

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D

Exocrine

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Solution

The correct option is C Exocrine
Exocrine glands discharge their products through ducts. E.g., salivary, sweat, digestive gland.
Endocrine glands secrete their products directly into the bloodstream. E.g. adrenal gland.
Thus, the correct answer is (D).

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