Question

Pituitary produces_________ hormones which stimulate other endocrine glands.

Answer 1

Pituitary gland:

1. Pituitary gland or hypophysis is a very small, pea seed shaped, unpaired rounded body located at the base of the brain.
2. It is known as “Master gland” of Endocrine system because it controls growth and development of other endocrine glands of the body and regulates their secretions.
3. Pituitary produces regulating hormones, which stimulates other endocrine glands such as thyroid, pancreas and adrenal to secrete their hormones.

Final answer:

Pituitary produces regulating hormones which stimulate other endocrine glands.