Asked by Harrison Black on Apr 27, 2024
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Which three endocrine glands are affected by hormones from the anterior pituitary?
A) thymus, adrenal cortex, gonads
B) thymus, parathyroids, pancreas
C) thyroid, adrenal cortex, gonads
D) adrenal cortex, gonads, pineal gland
E) pineal gland, pancreas, parathyroid
Anterior Pituitary
A glandular part of the pituitary gland responsible for producing and releasing hormones that regulate various bodily functions.
- Identify the chief glands involved in the endocrine system along with their associated hormones.
Verified Answer
JC
jessica cisnerosApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The anterior pituitary gland secretes hormones that regulate the activity of the thyroid gland, adrenal cortex, and gonads (ovaries and testes). Therefore, the correct option is (C) thyroid, adrenal cortex, and gonads.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the chief glands involved in the endocrine system along with their associated hormones.
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