Black Widow Spider Venom Causes the Release of Dopamine, Resulting

question 148

True/False

Black widow spider venom causes the release of dopamine, resulting in muscle spasms.

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Definitions:

Mitochondria

Organelles found in the cytoplasm of most cells, involved in the production of ATP through the process of oxidative phosphorylation.

Lysosomal Enzyme

Enzymes found within lysosomes that are responsible for breaking down waste materials and cellular debris.

Cristae

The inner folds of the mitochondrial membrane, which increase the surface area for ATP production during cellular respiration.

Mitochondria

Cellular structures responsible for producing the majority of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the cell's primary source of chemical energy.