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……………….. is called Gland of Emergency.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Gland**: The question asks for the gland referred to as the "Gland of Emergency." 2. **Recognize the Correct Gland**: The adrenal gland is known as the "Gland of Emergency." 3. **Location of the Gland**: The adrenal glands are paired glands located on top of each kidney. ...
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Which of the following are often called glands of emergency?

Which glands are called the glands of emergency?

There are two similar glands P which are located on the top of two similar organs Q in the human body. The glands P are often called glands of emergency and they secrete a hormone R into the blood stream. The hormone R is secreted in large amounts when a person is frightened. It brings about temporary changes in the body which allow a lot of substance S from the liver to go into blood so as to provide a lot of energy in a very short time. This helps the person concerned to flight back or run away from the frightening situation. what are P,Q,R and S?

Why is adrenal medulla termed as gland of emergency ?

Assertion : Adrenal cortex is called the gland for "fight, fright, and flight." Reason : The hormones adrenaline and nor-adrenaline help the body to combat against stress and emergency conditions.

Which is called "Master gland" of the body :

Assertion :- Endocrine glands are called glands of internal secretion. Reason:- They are ductless and release their hormones in the blood.

Which of the following is called emergency gland of the body?

Which gland secretes adrenaline ? Why is adrenaline called the emergency hormone ?

Epinephrine/nor-epinephrine is called emergency hormone.