Biology
Which one of the following endocrine glands produces its hormone in large quantities as a result of emotional stimulation?
- Thyroid
- Islets of Langerhans
- Adrenal medulla
- Adrenal cortex
Endocrine System
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Adrenal medulla
Reason — Adrenal medulla secretes adrenaline (also called epinephrine or emergency hormone). This hormone is secreted when a person is under severe stress (physical or emotional).
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