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Posterior lobe of pituitary gland is also known as
Posterior lobe of pituitary gland is also known as
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The correct option is C Neurohypophysis
The posterior lobe of the pituitary gland is called as neurohypophysis.It is a projection of the hypothalamus. It does not produce its own hormones, but only stores and releases the hormones created by the hypothalamus, whereas, the anterior pituitary produces and secretes its own hormones.
The posterior lobe of the pituitary gland is called as neurohypophysis.It is a projection of the hypothalamus. It does not produce its own hormones, but only stores and releases the hormones created by the hypothalamus, whereas, the anterior pituitary produces and secretes its own hormones.
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