Which of the following endocrine glands is composed of 2 different regions, one consisting of glandular epithelial tissue, and the other consisting of nervous tissue?

A. The thymus gland
B. The thyroid gland
C. The pituitary gland
D. The parathyroid gland
E. The pineal gland


Answer: C

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