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What is occurring in the endocrine system during a "fight or flight" response?

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Release of adrenaline by the adrenal glands
Release of cortisol by the adrenal glands
Release of adrenaline by the gonads
Release of cortisol by the gonads

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Well, I'm not in college yet, but I have learned about this before.
You're answer would be A. Release of adrenaline by the adrenal glands.

Hope I was able to help! :)
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The correct answer is A. Release of adrenaline by the adrenal glands

Step-by-step explanation:

The "fight or flight" response is a natural response to a possible threat or attack. During this, the endocrine system and more specifically the adrenal glands react by releasing substances such as adrenaline, noradrenaline, and other hormones. These substances make the body to be alert and prepare to either scape and avoid the threat (flight) or face it (fight). Additionally, this response has also multiple effects in the body that includes the dilatation of the pupils, an increase in the heart and breath rate, and trembling; however, once the threat disappears the body goes back to a normal state. According to this, during the "fight or flight" response in the endocrine system adrenaline is released by the adrenal glands.

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