Which of These Glands Lies Closest to the Throat Region

Question

Which of these glands lies closest to the throat region?
A) hypothalamus
B) thyroid
C) pancreas
D) pituitary
E) adrenal

Accepted Answer

The thyroid gland lies closest to the throat region, specifically below the laryngeal prominence (Adam's apple) in the neck. The hypothalamus is located in the brain, the pancreas is located in the abdomen, the pituitary gland is located in the brain, and the adrenal glands are located on top of the kidneys.