The Effect of the Botulism Toxin on Acetylcholine Is To

question 30

Multiple Choice

The effect of the botulism toxin on acetylcholine is to:

• A) increase the amount of acetylcholine available
• B) inhibit the release of acetylcholine from the terminal buttons
• C) destroy acetylcholine within the synapse
• D) prevent the production of acetylcholine in the vesicles

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