NEETBiologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationMCQ+4 / −1
The posterior pituitary gland is not a 'true' endocrine gland because
- Ait is provided with a duct
- Bit only stores and releases hormones
- Cit is under the regulation of hypothalamus
- Dit secretes enzymes.
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Correct answer: B
Posterior lobe of pituitary gland does not secrete any hormone. Its hormones are synthesised by the hypothalamus. It only stores and releases these hormones. Hence, it cannot be considered as true gland.
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