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Name That Gland!

For each clue, name the gland in the human body. Glands can be either endocrine (release hormones into blood) or exocrine (release fluids into ducts or onto surfaces).
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First submittedSeptember 23, 2025
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Endocrine Gland
Controls metabolism by producing T3 and T4 hormones
thyroid
Known as the "master gland" because it controls other hormone glands
pituitary
Secretes melatonin to control sleep-wake cycles
pineal
Releases cortisol in response to stress
adrenal
Releases insulin to control blood sugar levels
pancreas
Produces estrogen and progesterone for reproduction
ovary
Trains T-cells for your immune system, especially in childhood
thymus
Part of brain that links the nervous system to the endocrine system
hypothalamus
Main source of testosterone in biological males
testes
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Exocrine Gland
Largest salivary gland; helps digest starch with amylase
parotid
Produces tears to keep eyes moist and clean
lacrimal
Secretes oily sebum to lubricate skin and hair
sebaceous
Produces milk for feeding infants
mammary
Adds enzymes and nutrients to semen for sperm health
prostate
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2 Comments
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Level 60
Apr 3, 2026
No bulbourethral gland is a shame
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Level 90
Apr 3, 2026
Good one!