Question

A squirrel is in a scary situation. Its body has to prepare for either fighting or running away. State the immediate changes that take place in its body so that the squirrel is able to either fight or run?

Answer 1

As the squirrel is in a scary position, the body releases adrenaline hormones. This will cause the following immediate changes:

• Increased heart rate
• An increase in blood pressure
• Increased release of glucose in the blood