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Science — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [1]
Select out of the following a gland which does NOT occur as a pair in the human body :
  1. (A) Pituitary
  2. (B) Ovary
  3. (C) Testis
  4. (D) Adrenal
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Model Answer

(A) Pituitary

The pituitary gland is a single (unpaired) gland located at the base of the brain, whereas ovaries, testes, and adrenal glands occur as pairs in the human body.

Explanation

The question tests knowledge of paired vs. unpaired glands. Ovaries (female), testes (male), and adrenal glands all occur as pairs. The pituitary is a single master endocrine gland — examiners expect you to identify it as the odd one out. Remember: "pair" means two of the same gland exist in the body.

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