Adrenaline increases the body's physical performance. Discuss what may be the neck or benefits of a long half-life or a short half-life for the hormone.

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Adrenaline is a hormone that is secreted in a situation that can be perceived as dangerous or threatening for an individual, and is thus considered a stress hormone. Adrenaline increases the body's physical performance. Discuss what may be the neck or benefits of a long half-life or a short half-life for the hormone.

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