Q175 / 180 · AIIMS 2001 · Zoology

Sella Turcica is found

Correct answer
A
in bones
B
in joints.
C
nearby pituitary
D
nearby thyroid.

Solution

Pituitary is found in sella turcica. It is a depression in sphenoid bone of cranial cavity.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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