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madam [21]
2 years ago
11

The anterior and posterior lobes of the pituitary differ in that _____.

Biology
1 answer:
xenn [34]2 years ago
8 0

Answer:

-The posterior pituitary does not secrete its hormones but acts as an extension of the hypothalamus, storing those hormones.

-The anterior pituitary secretes its hormones (predominantly tropic hormones).

Explanation:

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