AP BIOLOGY

ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY

EXCRETION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The adrenal glands sit on top of the kidneys. The release what hormone? and what is the function of this hormone in the body?
A
Adrenaline, growth
B
Growth stimulating hormone, growth
C
Adrenaline, fight or flight response
D
Anti-duriteic hormone, controls water release
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Your adrenal glands are endocrine glands located on top of your kidneys. They produce many important hormones, including cortisol, aldosterone and adrenaline. The adrenal hormones help regulate several bodily functions including metabolism, blood pressure and your body’s response to stress.

Detailed explanation-2: -Adrenaline increases your heart rate, elevates your blood pressure and boosts energy supplies.

Detailed explanation-3: -Adrenal glands, also known as suprarenal glands, are small, triangular-shaped glands located on top of both kidneys. Adrenal glands produce hormones that help regulate your metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, response to stress and other essential functions.

Detailed explanation-4: -What is the Function of Adrenaline? Adrenaline triggers the body’s fight-or-flight response. This reaction causes air passages to dilate to provide the muscles with the oxygen they need to either fight danger or flee.

Detailed explanation-5: -Adrenaline, a hormone your adrenal glands produce, has a purpose. It helps you face dangerous situations by causing temporary changes in your body. Your heartbeats and breathing get faster as part of the “fight or flight” response.

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