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Question 8

Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis?

A

The adrenal medulla releases cortisol.

B

The pituitary gland releases corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH).

C

The adrenal cortex releases cortisol.

D

The hypothalamus releases adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH).

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Physiology of stress Questions

  1. A Level
  2. /Psychology
  3. /Physiology of stress

11 exam-style questions on AQA A Level Psychology Physiology of stress. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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