Members of the Running Group the Miramichi River Runners All

question 43

Multiple Choice

Members of the running group the Miramichi River Runners all think of themselves as runners, whatever their competitive ability. What are these runners, as a class of people?

• A) a primary group
• B) a running group
• C) a social category
• D) a network

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Definitions:

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions, including mood, sleep, learning, motivation, and the reward system, often associated with feelings of pleasure and satisfaction.

Endocrine System

The endocrine system is a network of glands in the body that produces and secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate bodily functions.

Pituitary Gland

A pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, often termed the "master gland," because it controls various hormonal functions of other endocrine glands.

Absolute Refractory Period

The period immediately following an action potential during which a neuron is incapable of firing another action potential, no matter how strong the stimulus.