The idea that the pituitary gland is the "master gland" ___________.
a. is completely accurate and appropriate.
b. is completely inaccurate since it doesn't control any other glands or related structures.
c. is true; yet, it is still controlled by the brain.
d. is a matter of debate since many other researchers refer to the adrenal gland as the "master gland."
e. it is inaccurate, since the "pituitary" gland does not exist in higher animals. It is only found in lower species.
Ans: c. is true; yet, it is still controlled by the brain.
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