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The posterior pituitary gland is not a ‘true’ endocrine gland because

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## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: [C]
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
	**Primary Concept**: Endocrine Glands and their function
	**Related Topics**: Hormone synthesis, hormone storage, hormone release, Hypothalamus-Pituitary axis
	**Prerequisites**: Basic knowledge of endocrine system and pituitary gland.
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
	The posterior pituitary is being discussed, and the question asks why it's not a 'true' endocrine gland.
	The options provide different characteristics of glands.
**Method & Steps**:
	1. Recall the definition of a 'true' endocrine gland: It synthesizes and secretes hormones.
	2. Recall the function of the posterior pituitary: It stores and releases hormones produced by the hypothalamus.
	3. Compare the posterior pituitary's function with the definition of a 'true' endocrine gland.
	4. Evaluate the options based on the above comparison.
**Final Step**:
	The posterior pituitary does not synthesize hormones. It only stores and releases them. This makes it not a 'true' endocrine gland.
## OPTION ANALYSIS
[A] :x: The posterior pituitary does not secrete enzymes.
[B] :x: Endocrine glands are ductless. This option is contradictory to the definition of an endocrine gland.
[C] ✓: This is the correct answer. The posterior pituitary stores and releases hormones produced by the hypothalamus, not synthesizing them itself.
[D] :x: While the hypothalamus regulates the posterior pituitary, this regulation doesn't disqualify the posterior pituitary from being a 'true' endocrine gland. The core reason is its lack of hormone synthesis.
## LEARNING AIDS
	**Common Mistakes**:
		1. Confusing the role of hypothalamus and posterior pituitary: The hypothalamus produces hormones that the posterior pituitary stores and releases.
		2. Assuming any gland releasing hormones is a 'true' endocrine gland: 'True' endocrine glands synthesize their hormones.
	**Quick Tips**:
		1. Remember the key difference: 'True' endocrine glands synthesize hormones; the posterior pituitary only stores and releases them.
		2. Visualize the Hypothalamus-Posterior Pituitary connection: Hypothalamus -> Hormone production -> Posterior Pituitary -> Hormone storage and release.

A SUBRAMANYAM · Answer

it secretes enzymes

A SUBRAMANYAM · Answer

it is provided with a duct

A SUBRAMANYAM · Answer

The correct Option is "it only stores and releases hormones"

A SUBRAMANYAM · Answer

it is under the regulation of hypothalamus

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