A Particular Neurotransmitter

question 227

Multiple Choice

A particular neurotransmitter:

• A)always communicates either an excitatory or inhibitory effect.
• B)can have different effects, depending upon the receptor site to which it attaches.
• C)can be located in the central nervous system or the peripheral nervous system but not both.
• D)can attach to any available receptor site on adjacent neurons.

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Definitions:

Neosexism

A contemporary form of sexism that combines traditional sexist beliefs with an expressed support for gender equality, often underlying implicitly biased attitudes towards women.

Benevolent Sexism

A chivalrous attitude towards women that feels favorable but is actually sexist because it casts women as weak and in need of men's protection.

Hostile Sexism

A form of sexism characterized by antipathy or hostility towards women, often manifesting through negative stereotypes or overt discrimination.

Nonsexism

An attitude or practice of avoiding discrimination based on sex or gender, promoting equality among all genders.