Natural Substances That Function as Neurotransmitters in the Brain and Are

question 294

Multiple Choice

Natural substances that function as neurotransmitters in the brain and are similar in their effects to morphine are ______.

• A) catecholamines
• B) neuroleptics
• C) endorphins
• D) antigens

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