The Posterior Lobe of the Pituitary Gland Is NOT a True

question 19

Multiple Choice

The posterior lobe of the pituitary gland is NOT a true endocrine gland because ________.

• A) in adults it is not functional
• B) it does not produce hormones, rather it stores hormones from the hypothalamus for release
• C) it is strictly part of the neural system and has nothing to do with hormonal release
• D) it is unable to function as endocrine tissue because it is part of the nervous system due to its location

---

Definitions:

College Educations

Formal post-secondary training or instruction received at colleges or universities, which can lead to an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree.

Political Stability

Political stability refers to the durability and integrity of a current government regime or political system, often indicating a lack of turmoil or frequent government changes.

Interest Rates

The cost of borrowing money or the reward for saving, typically expressed as a percentage.

Nationalize

The process by which a government takes control of a private industry or assets and transforms it into state ownership.