Question

Which endocrine gland secretes estrogen and progesterone?

• A. Thyroid
• B. Ovary
• C. Testes
• D. Adrenal

Hint:

Ovary is both:
• A reproductive organ
• An endocrine gland It secretes estrogen and progesterone.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: The endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. In females, the ovaries function as reproductive organs as well as endocrine glands. The two major female sex hormones are:
• Estrogen
• Progesterone

Step 1: Understanding the role of ovaries. The ovaries produce:
• Ova (eggs)
• Estrogen hormone
• Progesterone hormone These hormones regulate:
• Menstrual cycle
• Development of female secondary sexual characters
• Pregnancy maintenance Therefore, the endocrine gland that secretes estrogen and progesterone is: \[ \boxed{\text{Ovary}} \]

Step 2: Elimination of incorrect options.
• Option (1) Thyroid: Produces thyroxine hormone.
• Option (3) Testes: Produce testosterone hormone.
• Option (4) Adrenal: Produces adrenaline and other hormones. Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{(2)\ \text{Ovary}} \]