The posterior pituitary gland is not a 'true' endocrine gland because
The posterior pituitary gland is not a 'true' endocrine gland because
(a) it is provided with a duct
(b) it only stores and releases hormones
(c) it is under the regulation of hypothalamus
(d) it secretes enzymes
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The correct option is (b) it only stores and releases hormones.
Explanation:
The posterior pituitary gland is not a 'true' endocrine gland because it only stores and releases two hormones - oxytocin and vasopressin, which are actually synthesised by the hypothalamus and are transported to the posterior pituitary through hypophysical portal system. Hence option (b) is correct.
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