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Growth hormone in humans is secreted by __________.

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adrenal gland
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thymus
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pituitary gland
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thyroid gland
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Solution

The correct option is C pituitary gland
The pituitary gland is a pea-sized structure located at the base of the brain, just below the hypothalamus, to which it is attached via nerve fibers. One of the main hormones produced by pituitary is the growth hormone. This hormone is responsible for growth of the body.

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