Question

Which of the following glands is located at the base of the brain?

• A. Thyroid gland
• B. Pitutary glands
• C. Pancreas
• D. Adrenal gland

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Pitutary glands

Correct option is B:

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The pituitary gland is called the master gland of the endocrine system as it controls the functions of many of the other endocrine glands.
2. The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A :

1. Thyroid gland is present in the throat region.
2. It secretes thyroxine which controls the rate of metabolism.
3. It also secretes calcitonin which regulates calcium metabolism.

Option C:

1. The pancreas is an organ located in the abdomen.
2. It plays an essential role in converting the food we eat into fuel for the body's cells.

Option D:

1. Adrenal glands are situated above the kidneys .
2. They produce a hormone called adrenalin which prepares the body to stress.

Final answer: Pitutary gland is located at the base of the brain.