Question

all of the following are major hormones produced in the body except _______
a. adrenal
b. insulin
c. cortisol
d. norepinephrine

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Identify the nature of each option

• Adrenal: This is an endocrine gland (the adrenal gland), not a hormone.
• Insulin: This is a major hormone produced by the pancreas.
• Cortisol: This is a major steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex.
• Norepinephrine: This is a hormone and neurotransmitter produced by the adrenal medulla and nervous system.

Determine the exception

Since "adrenal" refers to a gland rather than a hormone, it is the correct exception.

Answer:

• (A) adrenal (Correct answer)
• (B) insulin
• (C) cortisol
• (D) norepinephrine