The Biological Basis of Nicotine Addiction Is That Nicotinic Receptors

question 27

Multiple Choice

The biological basis of nicotine addiction is that nicotinic receptors bind

• A)nicotine molecules and the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.Binding releases dopamine,which causes pleasurable feelings.
• B)postsynaptic receptors that normally bind endorphins.
• C)the dopaminergic receptor,releasing acetylcholine,which causes the pleasurable feelings.
• D)the pleasure center in the brain.

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