Which of the Following Statements About the Adrenal Cortex Correct

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the adrenal cortex correct?

• A) It contains modified neurons called chromaffin cells.
• B) It acts as part of the sympathetic nervous system.
• C) It consists of three layers, each of which secretes a different corticosteroid.
• D) It helps boost glucose levels by breaking down glycogen into glucose.

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Definitions:

Resting State

A condition or period in which there is no physical activity or mental stress, often used in the context of brain or physiological studies.

Neurons

Specialized cells in the nervous system that transmit information through electrical and chemical signals.

Dendrites

Branchlike extensions of neurons that receive signals from other neurons.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another, playing key roles in brain function and behavior.