Question

Which of the following is a feature of endocrine glands?

• A. Secrete vitamins
• B. Cease functioning after adolescence
• C. Begin functioning in adolescence
• D. Have ducts
• E. Ductless glands

Answer 1

The correct option is E Ductless glands

• Endocrine glands are glands of the endocrine system that secrete their products, hormones, directly into the blood(ductless) rather than through a duct.
• The major glands of the endocrine system include the pineal gland, pituitary gland, pancreas, ovaries, testes, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, hypothalamus and adrenal glands. Hence, Ductless gland is a feature of endocrine glands.

So, the correct answer is 'Ductless glands'.