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Tobacco consumption stimulates secretion of adrenaline and nor-adrenaline. The component causing this could be ______. - Biology (Theory)

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Tobacco consumption stimulates secretion of adrenaline and nor-adrenaline. The component causing this could be ______.

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Tobacco consumption stimulates secretion of adrenaline and nor-adrenaline. The component causing this could be nicotine.

Explanation:

Nicotine present in tobacco stimulates the adrenal glands to release adrenaline and nor-adrenaline into the bloodstream. These hormones increase blood pressure and heart rate, leading to many physiological effects associated with tobacco use and addiction.

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Chapter 10: Human Health and Diseases - TEST YOUR PROGRESS [Page 427]

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Nootan Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 10 Human Health and Diseases
TEST YOUR PROGRESS | Q 2. 18. | Page 427
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