Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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The pituitary gland is referred to as the master gland as it secretes a variety of hormones. These hormones, in turn, regulate or control the activity of other glands. This gland is found in the brain and has two portions, the anterior and the posterior that perform different functions.
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Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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