Respond to statements 115–119 in reference to the five
endocrine glands listed below.
a. pituitary
b. adrenal
c. pancreas
d. thyroid
e. thymus
M 115. This gland is the target for corticotropin (ACTH).
E 116. Oxytocin is released from this gland.
M 117. Antidiuretic hormone is released from this gland.
M 118. This gland produces a hormone that directly controls
development and helps control metabolic rate.
E 119. Insulin is produced in this gland.
Answers: 115. b, 116. a, 117. a, 118. d, 119. c
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