Which of the following is called the "Master Gland"?

Concept:

Gland and its types:

• A gland is an organ that makes one or more substances in our body.
• It helps in the proper functioning of the body.
• It is divided into two types:
  • Endocrine glands: It releases substances directly into the bloodstream like,
    • The pineal gland, etc.
    • Pituitary gland.
    • Thyroid gland
  • Exocrine glands: It releases the substances into a duct or opening to the inside or outside of the body,
    • Sweat gland.
    • Salivary gland.
    • Digestive glands, etc.

Explanation:

Pituitary gland:

• It comes under endocrine glands.
• It is located at the base of the brain.
• It is just like the size of a pea.
• It is known as the 'Master gland'.
• It controls the functions of many other glands.
• It makes hormones.

​Thus, the Pituitary gland is called the 'Master gland'.

Additional Information

• The Hypothalamus gland helps to keep the body in a stable state, found deep in the brain.
• The thyroid gland is found in Vertebrates and makes two hormones, thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).