What characterizes the posterior pituitary?

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The posterior pituitary contains axons from hypothalamic neurons and releases hormones produced by these neurons.

Answer: B 
 The anterior pituitary originates from the roof of the embryonic mouth, while the posterior pituitary originates as an outgrowth of the hypothalamus.

Answer: C 
 The posterior pituitary does not release gonadotropins, which are produced by the anterior pituitary. Instead, it releases hormones such as oxytocin and vasopressin produced by hypothalamic neurons.

Answer: D 
 Hormones produced in the hypothalamus that regulate the posterior pituitary are delivered through the hypothalamo-hypophyseal tract, rather than portal vessels.

Answer: E 
 The anterior pituitary is larger than the posterior pituitary.

What Characterizes the Posterior Pituitary