The Neurotransmitter Called Acetylcholine

question 8

Multiple Choice

The neurotransmitter called acetylcholine:

• A) is found in all sensory neurons.
• B) is involved in muscle contractions, memory, learning, and general intellectual functioning.
• C) can cause hallucinations when present in abnormally excessive amounts.
• D) is chemically identical to naloxone.

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Definitions:

Abscisic Acid

A plant hormone that regulates various aspects of plant growth and development, including stress responses and seed dormancy.

Auxin

A class of plant hormones responsible for cell elongation, root initiation, and other developmental processes.

Coleoptile

A protective sheath covering the emerging shoot in monocotyledons like grasses and grains.

Frits Went

A botanist known for his pioneering work on plant hormones and their role in plant growth and development.