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Q.

The figure below shows the structure of an endocrine gland with two parts labelled A and B.  Select the option that correctly identifies a part along with its function.

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a

A: Adrenal medulla  -  Brings about fight or flight response

b

B: Adrenal cortex  -  Secretes corticosteroids

c

A: Adrenal cortex  -  Secretes corticoids

d

B: Adrenal medulla  -  Secretes two protein hormones

answer is C.

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The gland shown in the picture is the adrenal gland. ‘A’ represents the adrenal cortex whereas ‘B’ represents the adrenal medulla. The adrenal cortex produces steroid hormones called corticoids. The adrenal medulla produces epinephrine and norepinephrine which are amino acid derivatives.

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The figure below shows the structure of an endocrine gland with two parts labelled A and B.  Select the option that correctly identifies a part along with its function.