Which statement about the hypothalamus is correct?

Q. Which statement about the hypothalamus is correct?

A.            The hypothalamus is connected to the brain by the infundibulum

B.            The hypothalamus is composed of glandular epithelial tissue

C.            The hypothalamus secretes “releasing hormones”

D.            The hypothalamus secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine

Answer: The hypothalamus secretes “releasing hormones”