Explain how the hypothalamus oversees and controls endocrine system function of the posterior pituitary.

Q: Explain the relation between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland.

A: Endocrine glands are ductless glands and release hormones directly into the bloodstream. Examples of…

Q: Name the most important glucocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex.

A: The adrenal glands are situated at the upper portion of the kidney. The outer adrenal cortex is…

Q: Describe the anatomy and the location of the pituitary gland and its anatomical and functional…

A: Pituitary gland is a small oval shaped structure that located behind the nose, near the underside of…

Q: Define the concept of Hypothalamus and the pituitary. prepare the figure also ?

A: Hypothalamus and pituitary gland are primary endocrine glands of the body. hypothalamus may be a…

Q: Explain how the hypothalamus regulates the posterior and anterior pituitary glands.

A: The pituitary gland also called the hypophysis is located at the inferior of the brain, the…

Q: List two hormones released by the posterior pituitary andsix produced by the anterior pituitary.

A: Endocrine and exocrine are 2 types of gland present in human body. Hormones are chemicals secreted…

Q: Describe the mechanisms and actions of the hormonessecreted by the adrenal medulla.

A: KEY WORDS:- Adrenal medulla - The adrenal medulla is made up of modified neurons of the sympathetic…

Q: Describe the relationship between the hypothalamus andthe pituitary gland.

A: The gland can be defined as the organ which will produce and releases substances that will perform…

Q: Describe the chemical nature and function of two posterior-lobe hormones, oxytocin and vasopressin.…

A: Pituitary gland (Hypophysis cerebri) also known as master and smallest endocrine gland is located…

Q: Distinguish the hormones secreted by the alpha and beta cells of the islets of Langerhans.

A: Hormones are the chemical messengers of the body that can stimulate or inhibit the production of…

Q: Compare the origins of the adrenal cortex and adrenal medulla.

A: There are a pair of adrenal glands in our body. One gland is located on top of each kidney. It is…

Q: Name seven hormones produced by the anterior pituitary gland. Why are four of these seven hormones…

A: Endocrinology is the study of endocrine glands and the hormones produced by them. The anterior…

Q: List the Hormones of the Adrenal Cortex?

A: ALDOSTERONE= help in maintaining water level. CORTISOL= help in maintaining level of glucose, fats…

Q: Describe the location, histology, hormones, and functions of the anterior and posterior pituitary.

A: Endocrine glands are ductless glands that secrete hormones directly into the circulatory system…

Q: List and describe the functions of the hormones releasedby the anterior and posterior pituitary…

A: Hormones are chemical messengers that are secreted by the various glands present in the body. They…

Q: How does the hypothalamus control the release of hormones from the anterior pituitary?

A: Hypothalamus:                 A part of brain that has a vital role in controlling many bodily…

Q: Compare the process of hormone release from the anterior and posterior pituitary glands.

A: Pituitary gland is an endocrine gland which carries out important functions in the body. It is also…

Q: List the Control Systems involving the Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland?

A: Hypothalamus , also called the father of the father gland( Pituitary gland ) as it holds the control…

Q: In what sense does the pituitary “take orders” from the target organs under its command?

A: The target organ regulates the pituitary through feedback loops, both positive and negative, most…

Q: What are the three zones of the outer cortex region of the adrenal gland?

A: The outer cortex region of the adrenal gland is the adrenal cortex. It is divided into three zones:…

Q: Name the various parts of pituitary glands.

A: The pituitary gland is a tiny endocrine gland that sits in the sella turcica which is a bony hollow…

Q: Name the different hormones secreted by adrenal cortex.

A: The adrenal cortex is the outermost most layer present on the adrenal gland that is located on the…

Q: difference between the hypothalamus, pituitary and target organ.

A: An endocrine system is a group of glands that secrete hormones. These hormones mainly regulate…

Q: How do hypothalamic releasing and inhibiting hormones influence secretions of the anterior…

A: Pituitary is one of the most important endocrine glands in our body and is the master gland of the…

Q: Describe the components of the hypothalamic-pituitaryadrenocortical axis, and explain how it…

A: The hormones are known to be the biological regulators of the body. They have secreted from the…

Q: Explain the structural and functional relationships between the hypothalamus and the pituitary…

A: It termed as hypophyseal portal system. Hypothalamic reach the anterior pituitary through this…

Q: How does the hypothalamus control the functioning of both the anterior and posterior pituitary…

A: The hypothalamus regulates hormone secretion from the pituitary gland. The anterior pituitary gland…

Q: Explain how the hypothalamus controls the actions of the pituitarygland.

A: Endocrine system or messenger system is the system present in the body, which are usually ductless…

Q: Discuss the significance of the anterior lobe of the pituitary and its major hormone secretion.

A: The anterior pituitary is originated from the digestive tract in the embryo and it migrates toward…

Q: Discuss the significance of the posterior lobe of the pituitary and its major hormone secretion.

A: Posterior pituitary is not a gland.It is generally a collection of axonal projections of…

Q: How does the  hypothalamus control both anterior and posterior pituitary functioning?

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Q: Name the most important mineralocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex.

A: Adrenal glands are one of the many endocrine glands present in a human body. Adrenal glands are…

Q: Name the structure that connects the hypothalamus with the pituitary gland

A: Hypothalamus is a part of the brain located at the base of the brain. Hypothalamus performs many…

Q: Describe the functions of the hormones that the adrenal glands secrete

A: Adrenal gland produces various hormones that play a role in regulating our blood pressure ,…

Q: Describe what is the adrenal medulla?

A: Biology terms are fundamental concepts and terms used in biology, which is the study of life and…

Q: list all endocrine glands that are influenced by the anterior pituitary gland?

A: The endocrine system is a system of hormones that control the various physiological processes in the…

Q: Why is ACTH released from the anterior pituitary gland called a tropin?

A: Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) is a polypeptide tropic hormone produced and secreted by anterior…

Q: Which major endocrine organs described in Figure 45.8 are regulatedindependently of the hypothalamus…

A: Endocrine system is a ductless system that allows releasing hormones in the blood stream and targets…

Q: Name the chemical messengers secreted by the endocrine glands.

A: Pituitary is the major endocrine gland located at base of the cerebrum. It controls all other…

Q: explain how the hypothalamus and anterior pituitary gland are involved in a negative feedback loop…

A: Hypothalamus–pituitary complex is known as the "command center" of the endocrine system. This…

Q: Identify the specific structures associated with the posterior pituitary and the anterior pituitary.

A: The pituitary gland or hypophysis cerebri is the master endocrine gland. It develops from the…