Chemical Coordination And Regulation Ques 49
49. Which of the following is an accumulation and release centre of neurohormones?
[2006]
(a) Intermediate lobe of the pituitary
(b) Hypothalamus is a small, complex structure located in the brain that plays a key role in regulating many important bodily functions, including body temperature, hunger, thirst, sleep, and circadian rhythms. It also controls the release of hormones from the pituitary gland.
(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 transported to the posterior part of the pituitary gland through the hypothalamo-hypophyseal tract and stored there and released when required.
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