Which of the following statements correctly describes the anterior pituitary?
A)It is also known as the neurohypophysis.
B)It is composed primarily of nervous tissue.
C) It primarily secretes tropic hormones.
D) It secretes vasopressin

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The anterior pituitary gland primarily secretes tropic hormones, which stimulate other endocrine glands to produce and release their own hormones. This includes hormones such as growth hormone, thyroid-stimulating hormone, and follicle-stimulating hormone. Options A and D are incorrect as they refer to the posterior pituitary gland, which is also known as the neurohypophysis and secretes vasopressin (also known as antidiuretic hormone) and oxytocin. Option B is incorrect as the anterior pituitary is composed primarily of glandular tissue, not nervous tissue.

Which of the Following Statements Correctly Describes the Anterior Pituitary