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Which of the following pairs comprises of the smallest and the largest endocrine glands of human respectively?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Pituitary–thyroid
  2. Thyroid–pituitary
  3. Pineal body–ovary
  4. Pineal body–thyroid

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Pineal body–thyroid

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: D) Pineal body–thyroid 📚 Explanation: The pineal body is the smallest endocrine gland in the human body and is located in the brain. The thyroid gland in the neck is the largest pure endocrine gland. While other glands like the pancreas are larger, they perform multiple functions. For purely hormone-secreting organs, these two represent the extremes in size.