The Addictive Potential of Nicotine Is Comparable to Other Illicit

question 36

True/False

The addictive potential of nicotine is comparable to other illicit drugs such as heroin and cocaine.

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Definitions:

Basilar Membrane

A membrane in the cochlea of the inner ear, playing a critical role in sound vibration analysis and hearing.

Sound Wave Amplitude

The height of a sound wave, determining the loudness or intensity of the sound perceived.

Action Potentials

Rapid changes in the electrical charge of a neuron's membrane, allowing the transmission of nerve signals.

Hair Cells

Sensory cells found in the inner ear that convert sound waves into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the brain.