Questions and Answers
What is the primary function of hormones in the body?
To regulate various physiological processes
What type of glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream?
Endocrine glands
What is the pituitary gland also known as?
The master gland
What is the primary function of the pineal gland?
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What can occur if endocrine glands are damaged or not working properly?
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Which gland produces human growth hormone?
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What is the role of the pituitary gland in regulating other endocrine glands?
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What is the hormone melatonin responsible for regulating?
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What can be a result of a damaged or non-functioning pituitary gland?
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What is the location of the pineal gland?
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