Zoology-Endocrine Glands

NEET Zoology Endocrine Glands MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11

Which of the following statements about endocrine glands is correct?

A

The thyroid gland's hormones regulate basal metabolic rate and menstrual cycles.

B

The pineal gland secretes hormones that directly affect blood pressure.

C

The parathyroid glands primarily secrete hormones that regulate carbohydrate metabolism.

D

The hypothalamus is solely responsible for the secretion of growth hormones.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The NCERT context indicates that thyroid hormones play an important role in regulating the basal metabolic rate and also influence the menstrual cycle in women, making statement A correct. Other statements misrepresent the functions of the respective glands.

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