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Adolescence in humans is triggered by release of hormones from the pituitary gland. Where is this gland located in the brain?

A

Right hemisphere

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Left hemisphere

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Base of the brain

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Hind brain

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Solution

The correct option is C
Base of the brain

The pituitary gland is a pea-sized structure located at the base of the brain, just below the hypothalamus.

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