Question
Draw and explain the anatomy of adrenal gland in mammals.
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The adrenal gland in mammals is a small, triangular-shaped endocrine organ located on top of each kidney. It is composed of two distinct regions, each with its own structure, biochemistry, and function: the outer cortex and the inner medulla. The cortex itself is divided into three layers. The outermost layer, the zona glomerulosa, consists of closely packed cells arranged in rounded clusters and primarily synthesizes mineralocorticoids, such as aldosterone, which regulate sodium and potassium balance and
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