Which Endocrine Structure Does Not Directly Synthesize Any Hormones but Instead

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which endocrine structure does not directly synthesize any hormones but instead stores hormones and secretes them following a nervous signal from the hypothalamus?

• A) Adrenal cortex
• B) Adrenal medulla
• C) Anterior pituitary
• D) Posterior pituitary
• E) Thyroid gland

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Cournot Model

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