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Endocrine System

ICSE · Class 10 · Biology

Most important questions from Endocrine System for ICSE Class 10 Biology board exam 2026. MCQs, short answer, and long answer questions with marks.

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Which hormones are produced by the pancreas? (Select all correct answers)

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Insulin, Glucagon, Somatostatin

The pancreas produces insulin (from beta cells), glucagon (from alpha cells), and somatostatin (from delta cells) in the islets of Langerhans. Thyroxine is from thyroid and adrenaline is from adrenal medulla.

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Which parts of the adrenal gland produce different types of hormones? (Select all correct answers)

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Cortex produces glucocorticoids, Medulla produces adrenaline

The adrenal cortex produces glucocorticoids (like cortisol) and mineralocorticoids (like aldosterone). The adrenal medulla produces adrenaline and noradrenaline. Insulin is produced by pancreas.

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What causes simple goitre?

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Iodine deficiency

Simple goitre is caused by iodine deficiency. When there's not enough iodine to make thyroxine, the thyroid gland enlarges trying to produce more hormone, causing a swelling in the neck.

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Which hormone helps in milk ejection after childbirth?

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Oxytocin

Oxytocin from the posterior pituitary causes milk ejection (let-down) and also stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth. Prolactin stimulates milk production, not ejection.

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