WAEC Biology 2000 Question 23

Question 23

Hormonal Coordination

Which of the following is responsible for the increased heart beat of a boy who saw a python? Increased production of

  1. A.adrenalin
  2. B.insulin
  3. C.pituitrin
  4. D.thyroxin
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (adrenalin)

Explanation

Fear makes the adrenal glands release adrenaline, the 'fight or flight' hormone that speeds up the heart.