The Active Ingredients in Many Nerve Gases Belong to a Class

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Essay

The active ingredients in many nerve gases belong to a class of chemicals called anticholinesterases (chemicals that block acetylcholinesterase). Suggest a possible synaptic mechanism to explain how these chemicals can damage an animal's nervous system.

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Definitions:

Verbal Prompts

Oral cues or hints used to encourage or remind someone to perform a specific behavior.

Physical Prompts

Physical cues or assistance given to someone to initiate or complete a task, often used in teaching new skills or behaviors.

Transition Time

The interval between activities or phases within an environment, often requiring special management in educational or therapeutic settings to maintain order and focus.

Time Management

The effective planning and controlling how much time to spend on specific activities to increase efficiency or productivity.