Although the Pituitary Is Often Called the Master Gland, Its

question 14

Multiple Choice

Although the pituitary is often called the master gland, its activity is regulated by the:

• A) basal ganglia.
• B) hippocampus.
• C) hypothalamus.
• D) thalamus.

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Perceptual Abilities

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A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where children gain the ability to think logically about concrete events and understand the concept of conservation.

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