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(A) The functions described correspond to the hormones epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine (noradrenaline),which are secreted by the adrenal m

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(A) The functions described correspond to the hormones epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine (noradrenaline),which are secreted by the adrenal medulla of the adrenal gland.$(I)$ These hormones are known as emergency hormones or hormones of fight or flight,which increase alertness.$(II)$ They increase the heart beat and the strength of heart contraction.$(III)$ They stimulate the breakdown of glycogen in the liver to increase blood glucose levels.$(IV)$ They also stimulate the breakdown of lipids and proteins to provide energy during stress. Therefore,the correct option is the adrenal gland.

Column-$I$	Column-$II$
$P$. Cortisol	$I$. Mineralocorticoid
$Q$. Aldosterone	$II$. Glucocorticoid
$R$. Androgenic steroids	$III$. Sex corticoids

Select the correct option on the basis of the following sentences regarding a gland's functions:
$(I)$ Hormones increase alertness.
$(II)$ Hormones increase the heart beat.
$(III)$ Stimulate the breakdown of glycogen.
$(IV)$ Stimulate the breakdown of lipids and proteins.

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Select the correct option on the basis of the following sentences regarding a gland's functions:$(I)$ Hormones increase alertness.$(II)$ Hormones increase the heart beat.$(III)$ Stimulate the breakdown of glycogen.$(IV)$ Stimulate the breakdown of lipids and proteins.