NEET
Zoology
Chemical Coordination and Integration
2025
NEET 2025
NEET Zoology Question (2025) — Solution
Question
Consider the following statements regarding function of adrenal medullary hormones : (A) It causes pupilary constriction. (B) It is a hyperglycemic hormone. (C) It causes piloerection. (D) It increases strength of heart contraction. Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
Options
- A. C and D only
- B. B, C and D only
- C. A, C and D only
- D. D only
Step-by-step solution
Adrenal medulla secretes two hormones called adrenaline or epinephrine and noradrenaline or norepinephrine (also called emergency hormones). Both the hormones - - Cause pupillary dilation (not constriction) - Stimulate breakdown of glycogen resulting in increased concentration of glucose in blood i.e., cause hyperglycemia. - Cause piloerection (raising of hair). - Increase strength of heart contraction i.e., heartbeat.
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