A key component of the endocrine system is the tiny _____ gland,which is found near-and regulated by-the _____ in the brain.
A)adrenal; hippocampus
B)pituitary; hippocampus
C)adrenal; hypothalamus
D)pituitary; hypothalamus

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The pituitary gland is a key component of the endocrine system and is regulated by the hypothalamus in the brain. The adrenal gland is also part of the endocrine system but is not regulated by the hippocampus, making options A and C incorrect. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

A Key Component of the Endocrine System Is the Tiny