Which region of the pituitary produces melanocyte-stimulating hormone in fetuses, young children, and pregnant women?

A) hypothalamus
B) adenohypophysis
C) pars intermedia
D) neurohypophysis


C

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The basal nuclei

A) initiate conscious motor activity. B) activate spinal reflexes. C) adjust and refine learned motor activities. D) exert direct control over lower motor neurons. E) act as gatekeepers, filtering out unnecessary sensory input.

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