Nokea
The posterior pituitary gland stores and secretes
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale:
1. The posterior pituitary gland stores oxytocin and antidiuretic hormone (ADH).
2. Oxytocin is responsible for uterine contractions and milk ejection.
3. ADH regulates water balance by controlling urine concentration.
4. These hormones are produced in the hypothalamus and released from the posterior pituitary.
5. Choice A is correct as it accurately identifies the hormones stored and secreted by the posterior pituitary.
Summary:
- Choice B is incorrect because human growth hormone and thyroid stimulating hormone are not stored or secreted by the posterior pituitary.
- Choice C is incorrect because prolactin and follicle stimulating hormone are produced by the anterior pituitary.
- Choice D is incorrect because glucocorticoids and androgens are not stored or secreted by the posterior pituitary.