increased height
weakening of bones
retarded growth
None of the above
Answer is Right!
Answer is Wrong!
The correct answer is: A. increased height.
The pituitary gland is a small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain. It is responsible for producing a number of hormones that control growth, metabolism, and reproduction.
Excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland in children can lead to gigantism, a condition characterized by excessive growth and height. Gigantism is caused by a tumor on the pituitary gland that produces too much growth hormone.
The other options are incorrect because:
- Weakening of bones is not a symptom of excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland.
- Retarded growth is not a symptom of excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland.
- None of the above is not an option.