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Where do the exocrine gland secretions flow through?
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?
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?
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?
How are eccrine glands classified based on their structure?
What type of fluid do eccrine glands secrete in response to elevated temperatures?
What type of fluid do eccrine glands secrete in response to elevated temperatures?
How do apocrine glands release their secretion?
How do apocrine glands release their secretion?
What is the main function of the adrenal cortex?
What is the main function of the adrenal cortex?
Which hormones are produced by the cells of the adrenal medulla?
Which hormones are produced by the cells of the adrenal medulla?
What physiological condition triggers the release of catecholamines?
What physiological condition triggers the release of catecholamines?
Which gland is composed of an outer adrenal cortex and an inner adrenal medulla?
Which gland is composed of an outer adrenal cortex and an inner adrenal medulla?
What effect do epinephrine and norepinephrine have on the body?
What effect do epinephrine and norepinephrine have on the body?
In which situation can plasma epinephrine levels be elevated in a cat?
In which situation can plasma epinephrine levels be elevated in a cat?
