The endocrine system is responsible for producing hormones that regulate various functions in the body. Among the options, the pancreas is a key part of the endocrine system. It produces insulin and glucagon, hormones that regulate blood sugar levels. Tendons, spinal cord, and hair are not part of the endocrine system, as they serve different functions in the body.
Match the following:
List–I | List–II |
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A. Ball and socket joint | I. Inter carpal joint |
B. Hinge joint | II. Between humerus and Pectoral girdle |
C. Pivot joint | III. Between carpals and metacarpals |
D. Gliding joint | IV. Between atlas and axis |
V. Knee joint |
In the adjoining figure, $\triangle CAB$ is a right triangle, right angled at A and $AD \perp BC$. Prove that $\triangle ADB \sim \triangle CDA$. Further, if $BC = 10$ cm and $CD = 2$ cm, find the length of AD.