What hormones produced by the adrenal cortex regulate salt and water balance?

A) adrenal steroids
B) adrenalins
C) glucocorticoids
D) thymosins
E) mineralocorticoids

Mineralocorticoids

A class of corticosteroids, which are hormones produced by the adrenal cortex, involved in the regulation of electrolyte and water balance in the body.

Adrenal Cortex

The outer region of the adrenal glands, which produces corticosteroid hormones including cortisol and aldosterone.

Salt and Water Balance

The regulation of the amount of salt and water in the body, crucial for maintaining homeostasis and proper cell function.