Question

_______ hormone maintains salt balance in the body.

Answer 1

Adrenal glands:

The adrenal glands are tiny glands attached to the top of both kidneys on either side. It is also known as the suprarenal glands.

Cortex:

It is the outer part of the adrenal glands that are responsible for producing hormones called aldosterone, and cortisol.

Aldosterone:

1. Aldosterone is a hormone secreted by the cortex part of the adrenal gland.
2. It helps in the maintenance of salt and water concentration in the blood.
3. It also inhibits the excess secretion of sodium through the urine.

Final answer: Aldosterone hormone maintains salt balance in the body.