The outer layer of the adrenal cortex secretes a group of hormones called ____.
A) cortisol
B) androgens
C) triphosphates
D) mineralocorticoids

Question

​The outer layer of the adrenal cortex secretes a group of hormones called ____.
A) ​cortisol
B) ​androgens
C) ​triphosphates
D) ​mineralocorticoids

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The outer layer of the adrenal cortex secretes a group of hormones called mineralocorticoids, which regulate the balance of electrolytes in the body, particularly the levels of sodium and potassium. Cortisol and androgens are secreted by the middle layer of the adrenal cortex, while triphosphates are not hormones secreted by the adrenal cortex.

​The Outer Layer of the Adrenal Cortex Secretes a Group

The Outer Layer of the Adrenal Cortex Secretes a Group