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MP Board · Class 11 · Biology · Chemical Coordination and IntegrationThe adrenal medulla secretes two hormones called adrenaline and noradrenaline. These are commonly called:

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Adrenal medulla secretes adrenaline (epinephrine) and noradrenaline (norepinephrine) these are commonly called catecholamines. They are rapidly secreted in response to stress of any kind and during emergency situations and are called emergency hormones or hormones of Fight or Flight.

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Option : Corticoids

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Option 1: Catecholamines (Correct Answer)

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Option 2: Gonadocorticoids

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Option 3: Amino acid derivatives

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