NEET Biology question

BiologyHuman ReproductionNEET

Read the given statement and select the correct option. Assertion: Parturition is induced by a neural signal in the maternal pituitary. Reason: At the end of the gestation period, the maternal pituitary releases prolactin, which causes uterine contractions.

Answer: (D)

Solution

Parturition is initiated by signals from the fully developed foetus and placenta (the foetal ejection reflex), not simply "in" the maternal pituitary, so the assertion misstates the origin of the signal;

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