Question

Which part of the pituitary is under the direct control of the hypothalamus?

(a) Posterior part

(b) Anterior part

(c) Dorsal part

(d) Ventral part

This question was addressed to me in an online interview.

I need to ask this question from Chemical Control and Coordination topic in portion Chemical Control and Coordination of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Correct answer is (a) Posterior part

To explain I would say: The posterior pituitary is under the direct neural regulation of the hypothalamus. The pituitary gland is located in a bony cavity called Sella turcica and is attached to the hypothalamus by a stalk.