Zoology-Hormones
NEET Zoology Hormones MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 11
A diagram shows the adrenal gland with its distinct layers labeled. Which hormone is primarily produced by the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex?
A
Aldosterone
B
Cortisol
C
Adrenaline
D
Noradrenaline
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The zona glomerulosa is the outer layer of the adrenal cortex and primarily produces mineralocorticoids like aldosterone, which regulate water and electrolyte balance.
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