A Noncompetitive Antagonist

question 2

Multiple Choice

A noncompetitive antagonist:

• A)has a more or less equal opportunity to occupy the receptor as the agonist.
• B)forms rather weak bonds with the receptor.
• C)produces inhibition that can be overcome by administering high concentrations of the agonist.
• D)all of the above
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Biceps Femoris

A muscle of the posterior thigh that is part of the hamstrings, involved in knee flexion and thigh extension.

Semitendinosus

A muscle in the thigh that is part of the hamstring group, responsible for bending the knee and extending the hip.

Intercostal

Between the ribs.

Pectoralis Major

A large muscle in the upper chest that helps in the movement of the shoulder and the arm.