"Wow,look at that guy," David remarks looking at a picture of a man standing over 8 feet tall."This guy must have had a dysfunctional ____ that caused too much growth hormone to be secreted."
A) anterior pituitary
B) posterior pituitary
C) lateral pituitary
D) thyroid

Question

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The anterior pituitary gland secretes growth hormone, and dysfunction of this gland can lead to excessive secretion of growth hormone, causing an overgrowth of bones and tissues, a condition known as acromegaly. This can lead to an increase in height, as well as enlargement of the hands, feet, and facial features.

"Wow,look at That Guy," David Remarks Looking at a Picture