Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Biomolecules

Question:

Which of the following is known as fight or flight hormone?

Options:

Epinephrine

Norepinephrine

Insulin

Thyroxine

Correct Answer:

Epinephrine

Explanation:

Epinephrine and norepinephrine are amine hormones that mediate response to external stimuli. Adrenaline plays an important role in fight or flight situations by increasing blood flow to muscles, blood sugar level and pulse rate.