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प्रश्न
Give reason.
Adrenaline is often described as the emergency hormone.
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उत्तर
- Adrenaline is a hormone produced by the adrenal medulla during stress.
- It is known as the emergency hormone because it causes a fast response to stress.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Name and describe hormones secreted by ovaries.
Name the following:
The hormone which stimulates the entire sympathetic nervous system.
Complete the following table by filling in the blanks numbered 1 to 7.
| Gland | Hormone secreted | Effect on body |
| (1) ______ | (2) ______ | Regulates basal metabolism |
| Pancreas ("beta" cells) | (3) ______ | Controls blood sugar |
| (4) ______ | (5) ______ | Increases heart beat |
| (6) ______ | Thyroid stimulating hormone | (7) ______ |
Name the hormone responsible for the following function:
Prepares the body during emergency.
Short answer question
Explain how the adrenal medulla and sympathetic nervous system function as a closely integrated system.
Which gland is represented by 'X' in the given diagram?
Name the following:
Two types of cortical hormones.
Name the following:
The emergency hormone.
Consider the following statements regarding function of adrenal medullary hormones:
- It causes pupilary constriction.
- It is a hyperglycemic hormone.
- It causes piloerection.
- It increases the strength of heart contractions.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
