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प्रश्न
Give the exact location of the adrenal gland.
State the exact location of the adrenal gland.
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उत्तर
The adrenal glands are located at the anterior end of each kidney. They are specifically situated like a cap on the top of the kidneys.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Cretinism and Myxoedema are due to
A. Hypersecretion of thyroxin
B. Hypersecretion of growth hormone
C. Hyposecretion of thyroxin
D. Hyposecretion of growth hormone
Explain Hormones.
Choose the odd one out from each series
The hormonal sources – adrenal cortex, adrenal medualla, cortisone, pituitary.
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Give the Technical Term: When your mouth dries up and the heart begins to beat faster, which hormone brings about the feeling?
Short answer question
Explain how the adrenal medulla and sympathetic nervous system function as a closely integrated system.
Sanjay is sitting in the exam hall. Before the start of the exam, he sweats a lot, with an increased rate of heartbeat. Why does this condition occur?
Mention three functions of Adrenaline.
One of the effects of increased secretion of adrenaline is ______.
Match the terms given in column A with those in column B.
| Column A | Column B | ||
| (a) | Adrenaline | (i) | Hypoglycemia |
| (b) | Adrenal virilism | (ii) | Hyperglycemia |
| (c) | Addison's disease | (iii) | Mental retardation |
| (d) | Acromegaly | (iv) | Eyes are protruded |
| (e) | Cushing's syndrome | (v) | Excessive growth of bones in face |
| (vi) | Emergency hormone | ||
| (vii) | Masculine characters |
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:
