A gland X is present over the surface of another gland Y. The latter secretes a hormone that controls the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. Identify X and Y.

X = Parathyroid gland, Y = Thyroid gland

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X = Thymus, Y = Heart

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X = Adrenal gland, Y = Kidney

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X = Pituitary, Y= Hypothalamus

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Solution

The correct option is A X = Parathyroid gland, Y = Thyroid gland
Parathyroid glands are found on the surface of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland secretes thyroxine which regulates the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates.

Pituitary gland is present on the surface of the hypothalamus. The latter controls the pituitary gland through trophic and inhibitory hormones.

Adrenal gland is present at the anterior part of each kidney which secretes catecholamines. These hormones help in response to stress of any kind and during emergency
situations.

Thymus gland is a lobular structure located between lungs behind sternum on the ventral side of aorta. The thymus plays a major role in the development of the immune system. This gland secretes the peptide hormones called thymosins.

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