Multiple choice

Juvenile hormone is secreted by which of the following?

  1. Thyroid gland

  2. Thymus gland

  3. Adrenal gland

  4. Corpora allata

  5. -

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Corpus allatum is an endocrine gland which generates juvenile hormone. It plays a crucial role in metamorphosis. Surgical removal of corpora allata can cause an immature larva to pupate at its next molt, resulting in a miniature adult.