Question

question 55 (1.7 points) hypothalamus is a region of the brain controlling many aspects of the endocrine system. it works closely with the pituitary gland. the hypothalamus is directly anterior to the pituitary and is, therefore, ________ a) inferior to the cribriform plate b) the only region of the brain that is outside of the skull c) superior to the crista galli d) superior to the sella turcica question 56 (1.7 points)

Explanation:

The hypothalamus is located directly superior to the sella turcica where the pituitary gland sits. The cribriform plate, crista galli are not related to the hypothalamus - pituitary spatial relationship, and the hypothalamus is inside the skull.

Answer:

D. superior to the sella turcica