Jacob Has Taken Ecstasy

question 542

Multiple Choice

Jacob has taken Ecstasy.The activity within his brain will increase because this drug

• A) causes more neurotransmitters to be released.
• B) will prolong the action of certain neurotransmitters.
• C) will directly stimulate brain cells by mimicking specific neurotransmitters in the brain.
• D) will fill receptor sites on brain cells and block incoming messages.

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Definitions:

Mitochondrial Cristae

The inner membrane folds of mitochondria that increase the surface area for ATP production processes.

Preparatory Reaction

A phase in cellular respiration where pyruvate is converted into acetyl-CoA before entering the citric acid cycle.

Coenzyme A

A cofactor that plays a critical role in the synthesis and oxidation of fatty acids, as well as in the metabolism of carbohydrates and proteins.

Electron Transport Chain

A series of complexes that transfer electrons through a membrane within mitochondria to form a gradient used to produce ATP.