Chemical Coordination and Regulation Question 34

34. Which of the following is an accumulation and release centre of neurohormones?

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(a) Intermediate lobe of the pituitary

(b) Hypothalamus

(c) Anterior pituitary lobe

(d) Posterior pituitary lobe

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Answer : d

Hints & Solutions

(d) Neurohormones are actually secreted by the neurosecretory cells of the hypothalamus. They are circulated to the posterior part of the pituitary gland through the blood & stored there and released when required.