Question
Biology Question on Hormones
Aldosterone is secreted by:
A
zona glomerulosa
B
zona fasciculata
C
zona reticularis
D
zona pellucida
Answer
zona glomerulosa
Explanation
Solution
Aldosterone is a mineralo corticoid or salt retaining hormone, secreted by zona glomerulosa of- adrenal cortex.
Aldosterone regulates the sodium and potassium level in the blood.
It accelerates the blood pressure.
It regulates acid base balance in the blood.