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which is one of the functions of the pituitary gland?
a. influences the sleep - wakefulness cycle
b. controls the other endocrine glands
c. regulates the bodys metabolism
d. controls the blood glucose levels
The pituitary gland is often called the "master gland" as it controls other endocrine glands by secreting hormones that regulate their functions. The sleep - wakefulness cycle is mainly influenced by the pineal gland, metabolism by the thyroid gland, and blood glucose levels by the pancreas.
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B. controls the other endocrine glands