Flashcards in 6.4: The fight-or-flight response, including the role of adrenaline Deck (3)
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1
Q
Outline the fight or flight response (3 marks)
A
The hypothalamus prepares the body for action
2
Q
Outline the fight or flight response (3 marks).
The hypothalamus prepares the body for action.
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It involves the release of adrenaline from the adrenal medulla
3
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Outline the fight or flight response (3 marks).
The hypothalamus prepares the body for action.
It involves the release of adrenaline from the adrenal medulla.
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The direct effects of adrenaline include:
- An increased heart rate
- Increased blood to the brain and skeletal muscles
- Increased respiration and sweating