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Which amongst the following is largest endocrine gland in the body? |
| A. | Thyroid |
| B. | Parathyroid |
| C. | Adrenal |
| D. | Pituitary |
| Answer» A. Thyroid | |
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Explanation: Endocrine glands are glands of the endocrine system that, secrete their products, hormones, directly into the blood rather than through a duct. The main endocrine glands include the pituitary gland, pancreas, ovaries, testes, thyroid gland, and adrenal glands. The thyroid gland in vertebrate anatomy, is one of the largest endocrine glands. The thyroid gland is found in the neck, below the thyroid cartilage (which forms the laryngeal prominence, or "Adam's apple"). |
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