A study by Ursin and colleagues of military recruits, both before and after parachute training, revealed that on jump days they released the hormone _______ from the _______ gland.

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Parachute training is a physically and emotionally demanding activity, resulting in a release of the stress hormone cortisol from the adrenal gland. Choice A is incorrect because while cortisol is released during times of stress, it is mainly secreted by the adrenal gland, not the pineal gland. Choice B is incorrect because epinephrine, also known as adrenaline, is released during times of stress, but it is not released by the mammary gland. Choice D is incorrect because epinephrine is not typically released by the pineal gland.

A Study by Ursin and Colleagues of Military Recruits, Both