Cite the hormones secreted by each region of an adrenal gland

What will be an ideal response?


The two hormone-secreting regions of an adrenal gland are the adrenal cortex and adrenal medulla. The cortex secretes mineralocorticoids, primarily aldosterone; glucocorticoids, mainly cortisol and corticosterone; and androgens. The medulla secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine.

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Digestion of polysaccharides

a. is accomplished using enzymes. b. begins in the mouth c. is finished in the stomach d. both (a) and (b) above. e. both (a) and (c) above.

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All the choices below are examples of glial cells, but which one is NOT associated with the central nervous system?

A) Microglia B) Astrocytes C) Schwann cells D) Oligodendrocytes

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____________________ is a decreased responsiveness to an indifferent stimulus that is repeatedly presented, whereas ____________________ is increased responsiveness to mild stimuli following a strong noxious stimulus

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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