IB Biology HL 2.1.10 Epinephrine (adrenaline) mechanism Question Bank
Practise IB Biology HL 2.1.10 by applying epinephrine (adrenaline) mechanism concepts to exam-style questions.
- Syllabus
- First assessment 2025
- Course
- Biology HL
- Level
- HL
Practise IB Biology HL 2.1.10 by applying epinephrine (adrenaline) mechanism concepts to exam-style questions.
The diagram shows a G protein, bound to a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR), a transmembrane receptor which responds to epinephrine (adrenaline).

Explain how epinephrine exerts its effects in the cell.
a. epinephrine is a ligand / binds to (GPCR) receptors in cell membrane;
b. triggers G-protein activation / triggers G protein phosphorylation;
c. initiates a cascade of events producing cAMP / adenylyl cyclase enzymes stimulates cAMP synthesis;
d. (cAMP) acts as a second messenger;
e. signals/influences/mediates specific cellular responses;
Marking guidance:
Accept cyclic AMP for cAMP.
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