Curare Is a Poison That Binds to Acetycholine Receptors at the Motor

question 109

Multiple Choice

Curare is a poison that binds to acetycholine receptors at the motor end plate. What is the result of curare poisoning?

• A) Increased acetylcholine production
• B) Lack of neurotransmitter release by the motor neuron
• C) Inability of the muscle fiber to respond to nervous stimulation
• D) Rapid breakdown of acetylcholine by acetylcholinesterase

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