Sarin Gas Is a Type of Organophosphate

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Multiple Choice

 Sarin gas is a type of organophosphate. It was released in a Tokyo subway in 1995 by a religious sect, killing 12 people. Organophosphates are dangerous because they

• A) prevent the reuptake of ACh, reducing the amount available for subsequent signaling.
• B) stimulate a larger than normal release of ACh, leading to convulsions and death.
• C) interfere with AChE, allowing ACh to overstimulate muscle fibers.
• D) occupy receptor sites for ACh, preventing further signaling and paralyzing muscles.

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