Which of the Following Statements About Glands and Hormones Is

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about glands and hormones is true?

• A)The anterior pituitary produces multiple hormones that affect activity of other endocrine glands and cells of the body.
• B)The posterior pituitary produces melatonin, which helps regulate biological rhythms.
• C)The pineal gland is the master control center of the endocrine system.
• D)The hypothalamus is an endocrine gland responsible for producing the hormone calcitonin.

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