Which of the Following Statements About Glutamate Is NOT True

question 225

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about glutamate is NOT true?

• A)Glutamate functions as an excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain.
• B)Glutamate receptors are blocked by some psychoactive drugs.
• C)Glutamate receptors are activated by the presence of some psychoactive drugs.
• D)Drugs that block glutamate receptors have been largely unsuccessful in treating drug abuse.

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Definitions:

Motor Cortex

An area within the cerebral cortex dedicated to planning, controlling, and carrying out voluntary movements.

Phantom Limb Movements

Sensations where amputees feel that their missing limbs are still moving or have sensation.

Association Areas

Regions of the brain that integrate different types of information from sensory and motor areas to perform complex cognitive tasks.

Parietal

Relating to the parietal lobes of the brain, which are involved in processing sensory information such as touch, temperature, and body position.