Human Anatomy
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Author: SALADIN, Kenneth
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 18, Problem 5TYC
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The reason due to which it is fatal to remove the adrenal cortex, but no adverse effects happen on removal of the adrenal medulla.
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Adrenal gland is present to the superior region of each kidney. The shape of the right adrenal gland is more or less triangular, whereas the left adrenal gland is crescent in shape. Its main function is to secrete hormone adrenaline.
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Chapter 18 Solutions
Human Anatomy
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