Name the hormones secreted by the following endocrine glands and specify one function of each:(a) Thyroid(b) Pituitary(c) Pancreas
(a) Thyroid: It produces two thyroid hormones such as Thyroxine (Tetraiodothyronine)/ T4 and Triiodothyronine/T3.
Function: Triiodothyronine hormone affects physiological processes such as growth, development, and metabolism.
(b) Pituitary: Secretes growth hormone.
Function: The main function of the growth hormone is to control the growth of the body (bones and muscles).
(c) Pancreas: It secretes the hormones insulin and glucagon to control blood sugar levels throughout the day.
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