Question

Similarity between the secretion of thyroid and adrenal gland is that, secretions from both
A. Are proteins
B. Are steroid
C. Increase glucose metabolism
D. Control mineral metabolism

Answer 1

The human body includes ten endocrine glands. Thyroid gland and adrenal gland are two of them. The thyroid gland secretion plays a very important role in the metabolism of glucose and iodine. The glucocorticoids show many effects in the metabolism of the glucose.

Complete answer:
Thyroid gland is present at the base of the neck. It releases thyroxine hormones which regulate the iodine in the body. It also releases hormones that control metabolism and provide energy to the body. Thyroid hormone action and mechanisms mediate metabolic regulation, focusing on the interaction among the pathways that regulate lipid and carbohydrate metabolism, and the balance of energy storage and energy expenditure.
The adrenal gland is located on the top of the kidney. It produces a variety of hormones including adrenaline and steroids, aldosterone and cortisol. They are also called emergency glands. The adrenal cortex is responsible for the production of three major classes of steroid hormones. The mineralocorticoids are responsible to regulate the body levels of sodium and potassium while the glucocorticoids regulate carbohydrate metabolism. The androgens are converted into the fully functional sex hormones.
The secretion from both the glands is responsible for the metabolism of the glucose or carbohydrate.

Hence, the correct answer is option (C).

Note: The thyroid hormones are created from the iodine and tyrosine. The thyroid hormone increases the basal metabolic rate, increases the rate and strength of the heartbeat, and is also important for normal development. It also helps in maintaining normal sexual functions. The glucocorticoids are regulated by the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis. ACTH stimulates the glucocorticoid.