Mammalian Adrenal Medulla
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Where do the exocrine gland secretions flow through?

  • Circulation
  • Lymphatic system
  • Duct into a body cavity (correct)
  • Muscles
  • What are exocrine secretions typically composed of?

  • Oil-based fluid
  • Water-based primary fluid and added components (correct)
  • Solid particles
  • Single substance
  • Which of the following is an example of an exocrine tissue in the alimentary canal?

  • Bones
  • Salivary glands (correct)
  • Blood vessels
  • Nerves
  • How are eccrine glands classified based on their structure?

    <p>Based on the duct structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fluid do eccrine glands secrete in response to elevated temperatures?

    <p>Clear fluid that evaporates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do apocrine glands release their secretion?

    <p>By merocrine, apocrine, or holocrine secretion methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the adrenal cortex?

    <p>Regulate blood ion and glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormones are produced by the cells of the adrenal medulla?

    <p>Epinephrine and norepinephrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological condition triggers the release of catecholamines?

    <p>Heavy exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gland is composed of an outer adrenal cortex and an inner adrenal medulla?

    <p>Adrenal gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do epinephrine and norepinephrine have on the body?

    <p>Increase metabolic rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation can plasma epinephrine levels be elevated in a cat?

    <p>When it hears a dog bark</p> Signup and view all the answers

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