Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology Plus Mastering A&P with eText - Access Card Package (10th Edition) (New A&P Titles by Ric Martini and Judi Nath)
Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology Plus Mastering A&P with eText - Access Card Package (10th Edition) (New A&P Titles by Ric Martini and Judi Nath)
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ISBN: 9780321908599
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Judi L. Nath, Edwin F. Bartholomew
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 18, Problem 22RQ
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The way in which the control of adrenal cortex is different from the control of the adrenal medulla.

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Adrenal gland comprise two parts the adrenal cortex and the adrenal medulla. Cortex is the outer part and medulla is the inner part. Both of them secrete different hormones. Cortex produces cortisol hormone that helps the body to respond in stressed conditions. It also produces the aldosterone hormone which is also called the anti diuretic hormone and it helps to control blood pressure and retains the water in the kidneys. Adrenal medulla secretes the hormone adrenaline which helps the body to fight in adverse situation.

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