Which of the Following Statements Is True? the Stimulation of Beta-Adrenergic

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true? The stimulation of beta-adrenergic receptors can lead to
1) an increase in metabolic activity.
2) stimulation of airway smooth muscle.
3) the breakdown of triglycerides within adipocytes.

• A)1
• B)2
• C)3
• D)1 and 3
• E)1,2,and 3

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Definitions:

Chemical Synapses

Sites where neurons communicate with each other or with effector organs through chemical messengers.

Electrical Synapses

Specialized junctions between cells that allow for the direct passage of ions and electrical signals, facilitating rapid communication.

Amine Neurotransmitters

Amine neurotransmitters are chemical messengers derived from amino acids that transmit nerve impulses across synapses, including serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine.

Sensory Synapses

The connection points between sensory neurons and their target cells, where the transmission of sensory information takes place.