In What Way Are Caffeine and Nicotine the Same

question 313

Multiple Choice

In what way are caffeine and nicotine the same?

• A) They both decrease heart rate.
• B) They both increase alertness.
• C) They both are absorbed through the respiratory tract.
• D) They are both hallucinogens.

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A structure within the temporal lobe of the brain that is involved in the processing of emotions such as fear, anger, and pleasure.

Medulla

An essential part of the brainstem involved in autonomic functions such as heart rate and breathing.

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays an important role in motor control, coordination, and balance.

Pons

A part of the brain located in the brainstem, playing crucial roles in regulating breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and sensations such as hearing, taste, and balance.