Question

answering the guiding questions 3. expressing what is the function of the pituitary gland?

Explanation:

The pituitary gland is often called the "master gland" as it controls several other endocrine glands. It secretes hormones that regulate growth, metabolism, and sexual - function among other things. It also releases hormones that control the production of hormones in other glands like the thyroid and adrenal glands.

Answer:

The pituitary gland secretes hormones that regulate growth, metabolism, sexual - function, and controls the production of hormones in other endocrine glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands.