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 (C)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do apocrine glands release their secretion?

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

What is the main function of the adrenal cortex?

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

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

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

What physiological condition triggers the release of catecholamines?

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

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

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

What effect do epinephrine and norepinephrine have on the body?

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

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

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