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(C) The adrenal medulla secretes two hormones called adrenaline (epinephrine) and noradrenaline (norepinephrine). These are commonly referred to as ca

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(C) The adrenal medulla secretes two hormones called adrenaline (epinephrine) and noradrenaline (norepinephrine). These are commonly referred to as catecholamines. Adrenaline is known as the 'emergency hormone' or the hormone of 'fight or flight'. It is secreted in response to stress of any kind and during emergency situations,preparing the body to face such conditions by increasing alertness,pupil dilation,piloerection (raising of hairs),and sweating.

Column-$I$	Column-$II$
$A$. Zona reticularis	$1$. Outer layer (adrenal cortex)
$B$. Zona fasciculata	$2$. Inner layer (adrenal cortex)
$C$. Zona glomerulosa	$3$. Middle layer (adrenal cortex)

Which hormone is secreted during an emergency situation?

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$A$. Zona reticularis $1$. Outer layer (adrenal cortex)
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