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Aldosterone is a Glucocorticoid while cortisol and corticosterone are examples of Mineralocorticosteroids.

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The correct option is B
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Aldosterone is a Mineralocorticosteroid while cortisol and corticosterone are examples of Glucocorticoids.

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