Question

Which of the following endocrine glands is unpaired?

• A. Adrenal
• B. Testes
• C. Pituitary
• D. Ovary

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Pituitary

The correct option is C.

Explanation for correct option-

1. The pituitary gland is present in the head region.
2. It is a small pea-shaped gland attached to the hypothalamus with the help of a stalk.
3. Only a single pituitary gland is found in humans.

Explanation for incorrect options-

Option A:

Adrenal glands are a pair of glands found in the abdominal region above the upper end of the two kidneys.

Option B:

Testes are a pair of glands found in human males. These are present in the abdominal region.

Option D:

Ovaries are a pair of glands found in the abdominal region in human females.

Final Answer: The pituitary gland is an unpaired gland.