Compare and Contrast the Locations and Synaptic Functions of the Two

question 95

Essay

Compare and contrast the locations and synaptic functions of the two types of acetylcholine receptors. Give an example of a drug that would antagonize each receptor type.

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Definitions:

Atomic Number

The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which determines the chemical properties of an element.

Number of Protons

A fundamental characteristic of an element that defines its identity in the periodic table, equal to the atomic number.

Electron Charge

A fundamental property of the electron indicating the amount of negative electrical charge it carries.

Atom Nucleus

The central core of an atom, containing protons and neutrons, around which electrons orbit.