Assertion(A): Aldosterone is called mineralocortoid.
Reasoning (R): Cortisone is called glucocortoid. Choose the correct answer

Options

A. A is correct and R is the correct explanation of A.
B. A is correct and R is not the correct explanation of A.
C. A is correct and R is wrong.
D. A is wrong and R is correct.

Explanation

To solve the question, we need to analyze both the assertion (A) and the reasoning (R) statements provided.

### Step 1: Analyze the Assertion (A)
The assertion states that "Aldosterone is called mineralocorticoid."
- Aldosterone is indeed a hormone produced by the adrenal cortex, and it plays a crucial role in regulating sodium and potassium levels in the body, which is why it is classified as a mineralocorticoid. This statement is **true**.

### Step 2: Analyze the Reasoning (R)
The reasoning states that "Cortisone is called glucocorticoid."
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