What Is the Primary Messenger That Is Released by the Adrenal

question 10

Multiple Choice

What is the primary messenger that is released by the adrenal gland?

• A) dopamine
• B) epinephrine
• C) glucagon
• D) insulin
• E) acetylcholine

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Definitions:

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions including muscle activation, heart rate, digestion, and brain processing.

Skeletal Muscle

A type of striated muscle tissue that is attached to bones and is involved in the mechanical movement of the body.

Cardiac Muscle

Specialized muscle tissue found only in the heart, responsible for the heart's contraction and the blood's circulation throughout the body.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved with instinct and mood control, as well as the processing of emotions and memories.