Which region of the adrenal cortex secretes aldosterone?

A) zona glomerulosa
B) zona fasciculata
C) zona reticularis
D) None of the listed responses is correct.


A
Explanation:
B) The zona fasciculata does not secrete aldosterone.
C) The zona reticularis does not secrete aldosterone.
D) One of the listed responses is correct.

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