Gigantism and dwarfism result from improper functioning of hormones from the:
A) pituitary gland.
B) adrenal glands.
C) thyroid gland.
D) pancreatic gland.
E) thymus gland.

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Gigantism and dwarfism are both conditions caused by abnormal hormone secretion from the pituitary gland. In gigantism, there is an overproduction of growth hormone before the growing plates in bones have fused, resulting in excessive growth and height. In dwarfism, there is a deficiency of growth hormone, leading to a smaller stature.

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