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Question
Write about some functions of adrenal glands.
Answer in Brief
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Solution
Functions of adrenal glands:
- Prepare the body for emergencies.
- Regulate the kidney in maintaining salt and water balance.
- Control blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Control concentration of sodium, potassium and sugar in the body.
- Control some sexual characteristics.
- Influence the breakdown of tissue proteins into amino acids.
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