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Q · Endocrine and Exocrine GlandsMedium · 45s
Which among the following is purely an endocrine gland?
TopicEndocrine and Exocrine Glands
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Adrenal glands secrete hormones (e.g., adrenaline) and have no ducts. The pancreas is both endocrine (insulin) and exocrine (digestive enzymes).
Final Answer: Option C — Adrenal gland