Question
Biology Question on Human Endocrine System
Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH) is produced by
A
anterior pituitary
B
posterior pituitary
C
parsintermedia of pituitary
D
parathyroid
Answer
parsintermedia of pituitary
Explanation
Solution
The intermediate lobe (pars inter medium) of the pituitary gland secretes MSH which causes dispersal of pigment granules in the pigment cells (melanocytes) which give colour to the skin. In the frogs and tadpoles, MSH is responsible for the generalized blackening of the skin.