Which of the following glands is called the 'third eye' of the human body?
- APineal
- BPituitary
- CMammary
- DLacrimal gland
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Correct answer: (a) Pineal
Explanation
The pineal gland, a tiny gland deep in the brain, is called the "third eye" because it responds to light and darkness.
It secretes melatonin, which regulates the sleep–wake cycle (the body's biological clock).