Response to stress
What Response to stress means in Biology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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Adrenaline is produced by the adrenal glands in times of fear or stress, increasing heart rate and boosting delivery of oxygen and glucose to the brain and muscles.
Adrenaline is produced in times of fear or stress, preparing the body for 'flight or fight'.
Adrenaline is released in times of fear or stress and increases the heart rate.
Topics that use Response to stress
- Negative feedback (HT only) (AQA GCSE)
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- Blood transport of hormones
- Cellular respiration
- Hormonal coordination
- metabolic rate
- Negative feedback
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- Transport of oxygen and glucose
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