Q. Fight-or-flight reactions cause activation of :
A) The parathyroid glands, leading to increased metabolic rate.
B) The kidney, leading to suppression of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone pathway.
C) The adrenal medulla, leading to increased secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrine
D) The pancreas leading to a reduction in the blood sugar levels
Explanation
[Solution] Emergency (fight-or-flight) responses are mediated by catecholamines from the adrenal medulla. Answer (3).
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