The hypothalamus has a direct nervous system connection to the ____.
A)anterior pituitary
B)posterior pituitary
C)pancreas
D)adrenal cortex
E)thyroid

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The posterior pituitary is directly connected to the hypothalamus through a bundle of axons. This connection allows the hypothalamus to release hormones directly into the bloodstream via the posterior pituitary. The other options (anterior pituitary, pancreas, adrenal cortex, and thyroid) are all part of the endocrine system but do not have a direct nervous system connection to the hypothalamus. Instead, the hypothalamus communicates with these organs through hormonal signals.

The Hypothalamus Has a Direct Nervous System Connection to the ____