Question

Name the endocrine glands and give their secretions and functions.

Answer 1

Endocrine Glands:

1. Glands that are responsible for the formation of hormones are known as endocrine glands.
2. They secrete their product (hormone) directly into the blood instead of a duct.
3. Some endocrine glands are given below:

(A) Pancreas - It is located in the abdomen.

1. Secretion - It secretes insulin and glucagon hormones.
2. Function - Insulin reduces blood glucose levels. Glucagon increases blood glucose levels.

(B) Thyroid gland - It is present in the neck region.

1. Secretion - It secretes a hormone known as thyroxine.
2. Function - Thyroxine hormone regulates carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism for healthy bodily growth and brain development.

(C) Adrenal - It is present in our kidneys.

1. Secretion - It secretes adrenaline.
2. Function - Adrenaline helps in dealing with emergency situations.

(D) Testes - It is present in the abdomen of males.

1. Secretion - It secretes testosterone.
2. Function - It promotes secondary growth in boys such as hairs on the face (beard, mustache), harsh voice, etc.

(E) Ovary - It is present in the abdomen of females.

1. Secretion - It secretes Oestrogen.
2. Function - It promotes secondary growth in girls such as enlargement of breasts and soft voice.