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ADH (antidiuretic hormone) is secreted by which brain structure?
Options
A Pituitary gland
B Cerebellum
C Hypothalamus
Correct Answer
D Thalamus
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

ADH (antidiuretic hormone) is synthesized in the hypothalamus and released from the posterior pituitary gland. The hypothalamus contains osmoreceptors that detect changes in blood osmolarity and regulate ADH secretion.

Hint

This brain region contains osmoreceptors and produces ADH, though it is released from the posterior pituitary.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1160 of 2214
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