In a Stress Reaction, the Pituitary Gland Releases the Hormone

question 188

Multiple Choice

In a stress reaction, the pituitary gland releases the hormone ACTH, which stimulates the

• A)gonads.
• B)adrenal cortex.
• C)hypothalamus.
• D)medulla.

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