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Human Endocrine System
Question

Given below is an incomplete table about certain hormones, their source glands and one major effect of each on the body in humans. Identify the correct option for the three blanks A, B and C

GlandsSecretionEffect
AEstrogenMaintenance of secondary sexual characters
Alpha cells of Islets of LangerhansBRaises blood sugar level
Anterior pituitaryCOver secretion leads to gigantism
 ABC
1.PlacentaGlucagonCalcitonin
2.OvaryGlucagonGH
3.PlacentaInsulinVasopressin
4.OvaryInsulinCalcitonin

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Solution

Estrogen is secreted by ovary. Estrogens influence secondary sexual characters. 

Alpha cells of islets of Langerhans secrete glucagon that raises blood glucose levels. 

Anterior pituitary secretes growth hormone. Over secretion of growth hormone leads to gigantism.

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