Question

Choose the correct option based on the diagram: 1) Hypothalamus, 2) Anterior pituitary, 3) Posterior pituitary, 4) Hypothalamic neuron

• A. A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
• B. A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1
• C. A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
• D. A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3

Hint:

\[ \boxed{\text{Hypothalamus controls pituitary via hormones + neurons}} \] \[ \boxed{\text{Anterior pituitary = endocrine control}} \quad \boxed{\text{Posterior pituitary = neurosecretion}} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The hypothalamus produces releasing and inhibiting hormones that control the anterior pituitary, which secretes tropic hormones such as TSH, ACTH, FSH, LH, GH, and prolactin. The posterior pituitary does not synthesize hormones itself but stores and releases ADH (vasopressin) and oxytocin, both produced in hypothalamic nuclei and transported via axons.