Which of the Following Is Descriptive of the Adrenal Cortex

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is descriptive of the adrenal cortex?

• A)It is the target gland of ACTH.
• B)It secretes catecholamines.
• C)It secretes hormones that lower blood glucose.
• D)It secretes iodine-containing hormones.

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Definitions:

Brown-black Pigment

Melanin, the natural substance in the body that gives color to the skin, hair, and eyes, and offers protection against UV radiation.

Subcutaneous

Concerning anything that is situated below the skin layer.

Dermis

The thick layer of tissue below the epidermis in mammalian skin, containing blood capillaries, nerve endings, sweat glands, and hair follicles.

Dilate

To enlarge, expand in size; to increase the size of an opening.