The larger lobe in the pituitary gland is known as the:

A) adenohypophysis.
B) corticotropin.
C) neurohypophysis.
D) somatotropin.

Adenohypophysis

The anterior, glandular part of the pituitary gland responsible for the release of hormones.

Neurohypophysis

The posterior portion of the pituitary gland responsible for the storage and release of hormones like ADH and oxytocin.

Corticotropin

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal cortex to release cortisol, involved in stress response.