Developmental changes of puberty are caused mainly by the interaction of the pituitary gland, gonads, and:
a. hypothalamus.
b. islet cells.
c. thalamus.
d. thymus.
A
Under the influence of the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and gonads, developmental changes of puberty are established.
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