Hormone X is secreted by gland Y. The under-secretion of X causes ‘dwarfism’ and over-secretion causes ‘gigantism’ in children. Identify Y.

Adrenal

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Pancreas

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Pituitary

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Thyroid

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Solution

The correct option is C Pituitary

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