what are the major glands of the endocrine system?

the pituitary gland, the hypothalamus, thyroid gland, adrenal gland, and the pancreas.

where is the pituitary gland located?

the pituitary gland is located at the base of the skull.

what are the two parts of the pituitary gland?

the anterior gland and the posterior pituitary gland.

where is the thyroid gland located?

the thyroid gland is located at the base of the neck and wraps around the upper part of the trachea.

what does the thyroid produce?

the thyroid produces thyroxine.

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Question	Answer
what are the major glands of the endocrine system?	the pituitary gland, the hypothalamus, thyroid gland, adrenal gland, and the pancreas.
where is the pituitary gland located?	the pituitary gland is located at the base of the skull.
what are the two parts of the pituitary gland?	the anterior gland and the posterior pituitary gland.
where is the thyroid gland located?	the thyroid gland is located at the base of the neck and wraps around the upper part of the trachea.
what does the thyroid produce?	the thyroid produces thyroxine.
what happens when the body produces