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Which of these substances does norepinephrine not stimulate the breakdown of?(a) Glucose(b) Lipids(c) Proteins(d) GlycogenThis question was posed to me in an interview for job.This key question is from Chemical Control and Coordination topic in section Chemical Control and Coordination of Biology – Class 11

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Correct option is (a) Glucose

Easiest explanation: Norepinephrine is a catecholamine or an EMERGENCY HORMONE. It is secreted during stressful situations. Glycogen, lipids and proteins are BROKEN down to RAISE the blood glucose level. It does not stimulate glucose breakdown.



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