Class X Practical: Animal Life - Endocrine Gland Identification

Objective

To identify the location and understand the basic function of major endocrine glands (adrenal, pancreas, thyroid, pituitary) using models or charts.

Guidelines

1. Adrenal Gland:
   • Location: Identify its position on top of the kidneys.
   • Structure (Brief): Note the cortex and medulla regions.
   • Function (Brief): Understand its role in stress response (adrenaline, cortisol).
2. Pancreas:
   • Location: Identify its position behind the stomach.
   • Structure (Brief): Note its dual exocrine and endocrine functions.
   • Function (Brief): Understand its role in blood sugar regulation (insulin, glucagon).
3. Thyroid Gland:
   • Location: Identify its position in the neck, anterior to the trachea.
   • Structure (Brief): Note its butterfly shape.
   • Function (Brief): Understand its role in metabolism (thyroxine).
4. Pituitary Gland:
   • Location: Identify its position at the base of the brain, within the sella turcica.
   • Structure (Brief): Note its anterior and posterior lobes.
   • Function (Brief): Understand its role as the 'master gland' controlling other endocrine glands.

Expected Outcome

Ability to identify the location of major endocrine glands in the human body and recall their primary hormonal functions.