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Which hormone regulates milk production in the breast?
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16. The Endocrine System
The Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland
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Which endocrine gland is commonly called the "master gland" because it regulates the activity of many other endocrine glands?
A
Adrenal gland
B
Pineal gland
C
Thyroid gland
D
Pituitary gland
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Understand that the question is asking about an endocrine gland known as the "master gland" because it controls the activity of many other endocrine glands.
Recall that the endocrine system consists of glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate various body functions.
Identify the gland that produces hormones which influence other endocrine glands, such as the thyroid, adrenal glands, and reproductive glands.
Recognize that the pituitary gland is often called the "master gland" because it secretes tropic hormones that regulate other endocrine glands.
Confirm that the other options (adrenal, pineal, thyroid) have specific functions but do not regulate multiple other glands like the pituitary does.
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