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Endocrine Glands:

 Major Endocrine Glands: 1. Pituitary gland 2. Thyroid gland 3. Adrenal glands 4. Pancreas 5. Ovaries (female) 6. Testes (male) 7. Hypothalamus 8. Pineal gland Functions: 1. Hormone production and regulation 2. Growth and development 3. Metabolism 4. Electrolyte balance 5. Reproduction 6. Stress response 7. Blood pressure control 8. Blood sugar regulation Hormones: 1. Insulin (glucose regulation) 2. Thyroxine (metabolism) 3. Adrenaline (stress response) 4. Estrogen (female reproduction) 5. Testosterone (male reproduction) 6. Growth hormone (growth and development) 7. Cortisol (stress response)