State whether the following statement is true or false: The pituitary gland secretes growth hormone.
(TRUE) The statement is True. The pituitary gland,often referred to as the master gland,is located at the base of the brain. It secretes several hormones,including the growth hormone $(GH)$,which is essential for the growth and development of bones and tissues in the body.
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