Analogy — Match the organ with its location: Pituitary : Brain :: Thymus : ?

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Chest

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
The relationship is organ→primary location. The pituitary gland is located in the brain; we must decide where the thymus is chiefly located.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Pituitary → brain (sella turcica region).
  • Thymus → a lymphoid organ in the anterior mediastinum behind the sternum.


Concept / Approach:
Choose the most accurate, broad anatomical region comparable to “brain.”


Step-by-Step Solution:

1) Identify thymus location: thoracic cavity, retrosternal area.2) Among options, “Chest” is the correct broad region.3) Therefore, pituitary:brain :: thymus:chest.


Verification / Alternative check:
Standard anatomy places the thymus in the chest (anterior mediastinum), especially prominent in children.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:

  • Larynx: located in neck; not thymus.
  • Spinal cord: neural tissue in vertebral canal; not an organ site for thymus.
  • Throat: vague; thymus is below this region.
  • None of these: incorrect because “Chest” fits.


Common Pitfalls:
Confusing thymus with thyroid (neck). Thyroid is in the neck; thymus is in the chest.


Final Answer:
Chest

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