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Which of the following endocrine gland produces progesterone?

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Thymus

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Ovaries

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Testes

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Pancreas

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The correct option is B
Ovaries

Testes and ovaries are male and female sex organs respectively. Progesterone is produced by the ovaries and controls ovulation, menstrual cycle and implantation of the embryo in the uterus. Testes produce the hormone testosterone. The thymus produces hormone thymosin. The pancreas produces 2 hormones insulin and glucagon.

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