The ________ gland, also known as the hypophysis, is located at the base of the brain and is controlled by the hypothalamus.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
pituitary
The pituitary gland, also known as the hypophysis, is located at the base of the brain and is controlled by the hypothalamus. It is protected by a bony structure called the sella turcica.
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