Gonadotropic hormones are produced by ...........

Which of the following hormones is not released by the $pars \text{ } distalis$ in a frog?

Select the correct option for each statement:
$(1)$ Hormones are non-nutrient/nutrient chemicals which act as intercellular messengers and are produced in trace amounts.
$(2)$ The posterior pituitary gland is under the direct neural/endocrine regulation of the hypothalamus.
$(3)$ The hormone produced by the posterior pituitary gland is oxytocin/prolactin.

Pituitary gland is also called:
$I$. Smallest endocrine gland
$II$. Master endocrine gland
$III$. Hypophysis
Choose the correct combination.

Acromegaly is caused by the irregular secretion of which gland?

Which gland is under direct control of the hypothalamus?