Practice question
Question
Which hormone is secreted by the hypothalamus and inhibits the release of growth hormone?
Explanation
Somatostatin, secreted by the hypothalamus, inhibits the release of growth hormone from the pituitary gland. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.
Related blogs
Guides and insights connected to this topic
Control and Coordination Notes - Nervous System, Reflex Arc, Brain, Plant Hormones and Endocrine Glands
Learn key concepts of control and coordination, including the human nervous system, reflex arc, brain functions, plant hormones, and endocrine glands.
Human Reproduction Biology Notes - Male Female Reproductive System, Gametogenesis, Fertilization, Implantation and Pregnancy
Detailed notes on the male and female reproductive systems, including testes, ovaries, gametogenesis, fertilization, implantation and pregna...
Chemical Coordination and Integration Biology Notes - Endocrine System, Hormones, Glands and Mechanism of Hormone Action
Overview of endocrine glands, hormone types, hypothalamus‑pituitary link and mechanisms of hormone action.
Discussion
Comments
Please log in to join the discussion.
Login to commentNo comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion.