The Part of the Epithalamus That Is an Endocrine Gland

question 10

Multiple Choice

The part of the epithalamus that is an endocrine gland, is located posterior to the thalamus, and may influence puberty, is the

• A) reticular formation.
• B) midbrain.
• C) mammillary bodies.
• D) pineal gland.
• E) infundibulum.

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Definitions:

Motivation

The procedure that begins, directs, and upholds actions focused on reaching objectives.

Homeostasis

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Drive Reduction Theory

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