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The major tropic action of growth hormone is to signal the __________ to release __________.
43. Endocrine System
Endocrine System
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Which of the following endocrine organs only stores hormones produced by the hypothalamus?
A
Thyroid
B
Adrenal cortex
C
Adrenal medulla
D
Anterior pituitary
E
Posterior pituitary
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Understand the role of the hypothalamus in hormone production. The hypothalamus produces hormones that are crucial for regulating various bodily functions.
Identify the hormones produced by the hypothalamus that are stored elsewhere. The hypothalamus produces oxytocin and vasopressin (also known as antidiuretic hormone, ADH).
Determine where these hormones are stored. The posterior pituitary gland is responsible for storing and releasing oxytocin and vasopressin.
Differentiate between the anterior and posterior pituitary. The anterior pituitary produces its own hormones, while the posterior pituitary stores and releases hormones produced by the hypothalamus.
Conclude that the posterior pituitary is the endocrine organ that only stores hormones produced by the hypothalamus, unlike the other options listed.
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