Which of the following bones (marked in the diagram) contains a depression which houses the endocrine gland shown in the diagram?

Correct Answer: B

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Correct Answer: D

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Correct Answer: A

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Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Most hormones are peptides (e.g., insulin, ACTH) or steroids (e.g., cortisol, estrogen), derived from amino acids or cholesterol, respectively dominant classes. Amines (e.g., epinephrine) exist but are fewer, not paired with sodium (an ion). Glucose isn't a hormone class metabolic substrate. Sodium isn't hormonal electrolyte. Peptides and steroids distinguish endocrine diversity, key to their synthesis and action, unlike minor or non-hormonal pairs.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Pancreas, near the small intestine in the abdomen, secretes insulin/glucagon glucose regulation. Adrenals are above kidneys, not near intestine. Hypothalamus is cranial, not abdominal. Thyroid is cervical, metabolic. Pancreas' abdominal proximity distinguishes it, critical for digestion and metabolism, unlike suprarenal, brain, or neck glands.