Answer
The anterior pituitary gland produces hormones, whereas the posterior pituitary only stores hormones and regulates their release.
Work Step by Step
Both parts of the pituitary gland are regulated by the hypothalamus.
Campbell Biology (11th Edition)
by Jane B. Reece, Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0-13409-341-0
ISBN 13:
978-0-13409-341-3
Chapter 45 - 45.2 - Concept Check - Page 1008: 2
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