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Question
The structure which connects the hypothalamus with anterior lobe of pituitary gland is the ______.
Options
Dendrites of neuro hypophysis
Axons of neurohypophysis
Bands of white fibers from cerebellar region
Hypophysial portal system
Solution
The structure which connects the hypothalamus with anterior lobe of pituitary gland is the Axons of neurohypophysis.
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