Nicotine's Addictive Potential Reflects Its Release of the Neurotransmitter

question 101

Multiple Choice

Nicotine's addictive potential reflects its release of the neurotransmitter

• A) glutamate
• B) adenosine
• C) acetylcholine
• D) dopamine

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Irreversible Change

A permanent alteration of a substance or system from which recovery or return to the original condition is impossible under normal conditions.

Enzymes

Biological molecules that significantly speed up the rate of virtually all of the chemical reactions that take place within cells.

Organic Compounds

Chemical compounds that contain carbon-hydrogen bonds, including a wide range of substances such as fuels, plastics, food additives, and drugs.

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