The Structural Changes to the Nicotinic α4β2 Receptor That Appear

question 12

Multiple Choice

The structural changes to the nicotinic α4β2 receptor that appear to underlie nicotine dependence

• A) takes years to occur.
• B) can occur after smoking one or two cigarettes.
• C) only occurs in those with a genetic predisposition for these changes.
• D) is reversed quickly after smoking cessation.

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