The endocrine gland that is approximately the size of a pea and located at the base of the brain is the
A) pituitary
B) thyroid
C) parathyroid
D) adrenal

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The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain and is approximately the size of a pea. It is commonly referred to as the "master gland" because it regulates and controls the functions of other endocrine glands in the body. The thyroid gland is located in the neck, the parathyroid glands are four small glands located behind the thyroid gland, and the adrenal glands are located on top of the kidneys.

The Endocrine Gland That Is Approximately the Size of a Pea