The pea-sized structure hanging from the base of the brain that is important in regulating growth as well as lactation is the _______ gland.
A)pituitary
B)pineal
C)thyroid
D)adrenal

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The pituitary gland, located at the base of the brain, is responsible for secreting a variety of hormones that regulate numerous bodily functions, including growth and lactation. The other glands listed (pineal, thyroid, and adrenal) also produce hormones, but they do not play as significant a role in growth and lactation as the pituitary gland.

The Pea-Sized Structure Hanging from the Base of the Brain