Question

the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland releases ____ and ____. multiple choice prolactin (prl); growth hormone (gh) adrenocorticotropic hormone (acth); thyroid - stimulating hormone (tsh) oxytocin (ot); antidiuretic hormone (adh) thyroid hormone (th); oxytocin (ot) growth hormone (gh); antidiuretic hormone (adh)

Explanation:

The posterior lobe of the pituitary gland stores and releases two hormones: oxytocin (OT) and antidiuretic hormone (ADH). Oxytocin is involved in processes like childbirth and lactation. ADH helps regulate water balance in the body by increasing water reabsorption in the kidneys.

Answer:

oxytocin (OT); antidiuretic hormone (ADH)