Which gland secretes a hormone that stimulates the ovaries to develop follicles?
A) hypothalamus
B) anterior pituitary gland
C) pineal body
D) thyroid gland
B
Explanation: A) The hormones of the hypothalamus do not stimulate the ovaries.
B) Correct! The anterior pituitary gland secretes follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) to stimulate the ovaries to develop follicles.
C) The hormone of the pineal gland does not stimulate the ovaries.
D) The hormones of the thyroid gland do not stimulate the ovaries.
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