The instantaneous and automatic fear response we experience when unexpectedly stumbling upon a snake illustrates the importance of the
A) amygdala.
B) hypothalamus.
C) pituitary gland.
D) hippocampus.

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The amygdala is responsible for processing emotions, specifically fear and aggression. When we encounter a threat, like a snake, our amygdala sends signals to other parts of the brain to produce a fear response, activating the fight or flight response to protect us from danger.

The Instantaneous and Automatic Fear Response We Experience When Unexpectedly