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The pituitary gland is known as the "master gland" because

The pituitary gland is known as the "master gland" because
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The pituitary gland is known as the "master gland" because

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The pituitary gland is known as the "master gland" because its hormones control other parts of the endocrine system, namely the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, ovaries, and testes. Hope that helps.
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