The Pituitary Gland Is Sometimes Referred to as the Master

question 24

True/False

The pituitary gland is sometimes referred to as the master gland.

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Definitions:

EEG Recordings

Electrical recordings of the brain's activity, captured through electrodes placed on the scalp, used in diagnosing certain neurological conditions and in research.

Consciousness

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, surroundings, etc.

Hallucinogenic Drug

Substances that alter perception, thoughts, and feelings, leading to hallucinations that are not present in reality.

Mescaline

A psychedelic drug derived from certain cacti, notably the peyote cactus, known for inducing altered states of consciousness, including hallucinations.