AP BIOLOGY

ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY

CHEMICAL SIGNALS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What hormone is “the boss” (takes over) during fight or flight?
A
adrenaline
B
Epinephrine
C
Glucagon
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Adrenaline (epinephrine) is a hormone your adrenal glands make to help you prepare for stressful or dangerous situations. Adrenaline rush is the name for the quick release of adrenaline into your bloodstream. This gets your body ready for a “fight or flight” response.

Detailed explanation-2: -Epinephrine’s major action is in its role as a hormone. Epinephrine is released by your adrenal glands in response to stress. This reaction causes a number of changes in your body and is known as the fight-or-flight response.

Detailed explanation-3: -These glands respond by pumping the hormone epinephrine (also known as adrenaline) into the bloodstream. As epinephrine circulates through the body, it brings on a number of physiological changes. The heart beats faster than normal, pushing blood to the muscles, heart, and other vital organs.

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