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Which of these hormones activates the adrenal cortex to release aldosterone?

Which of these hormones activates the adrenal cortex to release aldosterone? Correct Answer Angiotensin II

When the GFR decreases, the juxtaglomerular cells of the kidney release renin, which converts angiotensinogen to angiotensin I and further to angiotensin II. Angiotensin II activates the adrenal cortex to release aldosterone.

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