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Select out of the following a gland which does NOT occur as a pair in the human body:
Select out of the following a gland which does NOT occur as a pair in the human body:
Updated On: Dec 11, 2024
- Pituitary
- Ovary
- Testis
- Adrenal
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
The pituitary gland is a single gland located at the base of the brain and is often referred to as the ”master gland.” All other glands listed (ovary, testis, adrenal) occur as pairs in the human body.
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