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Melanocyte simulating hormone (MSH) is s...

Melanocyte simulating hormone (MSH) is secreted by pituitary . 

A

anterior pituitary

B

posterior pituitary

C

pars intermedia of pituitary

D

parathyroid

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C
The intermediate lobe (pars intermedium) of the pituitary gland secretes MSH which causes dispersal of pigment granules in the pigment cells (melanocytes) which give colour to the skin.
In the frogs and tadpoles, MSH is responsible for the generalised blackening of the skin
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