Question

Name the hormones secreted by the following endocrine glands and specify one function of each :
(a) Thyroid , (b) Pituitary , (c ) Pancreas

Answer 1

	Gland	Hormone	Function
(a)	Thyroid	Thyroxine	It controls the rate of metabolism of fats, carbohydrates and proteins in the body.
(b)	Pituitary	Growth hormone	It controls the growth of human body like development of bones and muscles.
(c)	Pancreas	Insulin	It lowers the blood sugar level of the body.