The pituitary gland is also called as:
Correct answer: B. Hypophysis cerebri
- A. Adenohypophysis
- B. Hypophysis cerebri
- C. Neurohypophysis
- D. Epiphyses cerebri
Explanation
Hypophysis cerebri: This is another name for the pituitary gland, an endocrine gland located at the base of the brain.
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