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WAEC Biology 2002 Question 18

Question 18

Hormonal Coordination

Adrenalin is considered as a hormone for "fright and flight" because it

  1. A.controls the fluid content of the body
  2. B.is used in protein metabolism
  3. C.plays a role in the pH balance of the body fluids
  4. D.prepares the body for action.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (prepares the body for action.)

Explanation

Adrenalin raises heart rate, breathing rate and blood sugar so the body is ready to fight or run away in an emergency.