A Neuron That Synapses in the Adrenal Medulla Is a ___________

question 13

Multiple Choice

A neuron that synapses in the adrenal medulla is a ___________ neuron,and releases the neurotransmitter ___________.

• A) preganglionic;acetylcholine (ACh)
• B) postganglionic;norepinephrine (NE)
• C) preganglionic;norepinephrine (NE)
• D) postganglionic;acetylcholine (ACh)
• E) somatic;norepinephrine (NE)

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Definitions:

Thermoreceptors

Specialized nerve cells that are able to detect changes in temperature, sending signals to the brain about the body’s external and internal temperature.

Mechanoreceptors

Sensory receptors that respond to mechanical pressure or distortion, involved in sensations such as touch, pressure, and sound.

Nociceptors

Specialized sensory neurons that respond to damaging or potentially damaging stimuli by sending signals to the spinal cord and brain.

Thermoreceptors

Sensory receptors that respond to changes in temperature.