During the resistance phase, what is the purpose of the communication between the two organs depicted here?
A) Stimulate the release of glucocorticoids to stimulate production of glucose
B) Conserve water
C) Conserve salt
D) Stimulate the adrenal gland to release epinephrine

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During the resistance phase of the stress response, the hypothalamus communicates with the pituitary gland to stimulate the adrenal cortex to release glucocorticoids, which help in the production of glucose to provide energy for the body.

During the Resistance Phase, What Is the Purpose of the Communication