NEETBiologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationMCQ+4 / −1
Given below is an incomplete table on hormones, their source glands and one major effect of each human body. Identify the option representing correct grouping of hormone its gland and effect.
| Gland | Secretion | Effect on body |
|---|---|---|
| A | Estrogen | Maintenance of secondary sexual characters |
| Alpha cells of Islets of Langerhans |
B | Raises blood sugar level |
| Anterior pituitary | C | Over secretion leads to gigantism |
- A
A B C Ovary Glucagon Growth hormone - B
A B C Placenta Insulin Vasopressin - C
A B C Ovary Insulin Calcitonin - D
A B C Placenta Glucagon Calcitonin
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Correct answer: A
The correct option for the three blanks A, B and C are ovary, glucagon and growth hormone respectively.
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