Q: 274 (SSC/NA)
question_subject:
Science
question_exam:
SSC
stats:
0,7,12,5,7,3,4
keywords:
{'endocrine gland': [3, 0, 0, 2], 'pineal gland': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'adrenal gland': [2, 0, 1, 0], 'thymus gland': [2, 0, 0, 0], 'thyroid gland': [1, 0, 0, 2], 'chest cavity': [2, 0, 0, 0]}
The correct answer is option 2: Thymus gland. The thymus gland is an endocrine gland located in the chest cavity, behind the sternum and between the lungs. It is responsible for the development and maturation of T-cells, which are a type of white blood cell involved in the immune response. The thymus gland plays a crucial role in the immune system, particularly during childhood. As a person ages, the thymus gland gradually decreases in size and becomes less active. It is important to note that the other options provided do not match the location described in the question. The pineal gland is located in the brain, the adrenal gland is located above the kidneys, and the thyroid gland is located in the neck.