Study Guide for Campbell Biology
Study Guide for Campbell Biology
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ISBN: 9780134443775
Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece, Martha R. Taylor, Michael A. Pollock
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 45, Problem 5IQ

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To describe: The way in which the adrenal gland is signaled by the hypothalamus and represents to short-term stress.

Introduction: Stress is a biological response to a stressor such as environmental conditions, threat, challenge, or other psychological and physical barrier. The autonomic nervous system and hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis are the major systems that respond to stress.

Summary Introduction

To describe: The way in which the adrenal gland is signaled by the hypothalamus and represents to long-term stress.

Introduction: The adrenal glands are paired and pyramid-shaped endocrine glands. They are located on the superior surface of the kidney. Both adrenal glands are surrounded within fat and fascia to minimize their movements. Each adrenal gland consists of two regions: adrenal cortex and adrenal medulla.

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