To connect the brain to the spinal cord

To facilitate muscle contraction

To transmit nerve impulses

To protect and cushion the spinal cord

The posterior pituitary controls metabolism; the anterior pituitary is involved in stress responses.

The anterior pituitary releases hormones directly into the blood, while the posterior pituitary sends hormones via nerve fibers.

The anterior pituitary produces multiple hormones that stimulate various target glands; the posterior pituitary stores and releases hormones produced in the hypothalamus.

Both pituitary sections produce the same hormones but operate at different times of day.

Strengthening heart muscles

Reducing blood clotting

Lowering blood pressure

Increasing cholesterol levels

Autonomic nervous system

Central nervous system

Somatic nervous system

Peripheral nervous system

Phototropin

Cryptochrome

Phytochrome

Chlorophyll

It inhibits sexual reproduction of Plasmodium

It is effective against all strains of Plasmodium

It is the cheapest option

It has no side effects

Photosynthesis

Nutrient transport

Water absorption

Light perception

Cytokinin

Abscisic acid

Auxin

Gibberellin

To regulate growth and development

To facilitate photosynthesis

To store nutrients

To provide structural support

Decreases plaque buildup

Improves blood flow

Increases elasticity

Causes narrowing